HC Deb 19 December 1979 vol 976 c238W
Mr. McQuarrie

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the composition of the board which is at present carrying out an investigation at Peter head prison; what are the reasons for the investigation; if the findings will be made public; and when the findings will be made known.

Mr. Rifkind

The inquiries are into possible criminal offences and are being carried out by the criminal authorities on behalf of my right hon. and noble Friend the Lord Advocate. As with other criminal investigations, there is no question of a published report. Possible criminal proceedings are a matter for my right hon. and noble Friend.