§ Mr. SheermanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he expects to make a statement as to the Government's proposals on the right of silence.
§ Mr. John PattenWe are still considering the comments we have received on the report of the departmental working group on the right of silence. I cannot yet say when we shall be ready to announce proposals.
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