HC Deb 21 November 1986 vol 105 c354W
Mr. Campbell-Savours

asked the Attorney-General on what basis Her Majesty's Government are party to an injunction sought by Mr. George Russell Leigh against Mr. Peter Wright in Australia in relation to the publication of Mr. Wright's book on the security services.

The Attorney-General

The Government are not a party to any such proceedings.

Mr. Campbell-Savours

asked the Attorney-General whether he will estimate the cost to date of the legal fees expended by Her Majesty's Government in defence of the Government's position in connection with the Wright case, giving figures for the United Kingdom and Australia, respectively.

The Attorney-General

The cost to date of the legal fees paid by Her Majesty's Government in the action in Australia against Heinemann Publishers Australia Pty Limited and Peter Wright is estimated at £67,000. These fees have all been paid in Australia.