asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether his attention has been drawn to the sentence of six months' imprisonment passed on eight persons from the Garngad area on Wednesday, 26th June, for alleged perjury; whether he will reduce this sentence; and whether he will specially consider the release forthwith of Mrs. Kelly, who is an expectant mother.

My attention has already been drawn to the sentences imposed on the eight persons referred to who were convicted of perjury. Inquiries which are being made into the cases have not yet been completed. Arrangements will be made to remove Mrs. Kelly to a hospital outside the prison before her confinement.

While inquiries are being made, can not the right hon. Gentleman see that this woman, who is due to give birth to a child in five weeks, is released, and does he think justice has not been satisfied already and that the woman can be restored to her home?

The case of Mrs. Kelly can be treated exceptionally because of the exceptional circumstances, and arrangements will be made to remove her to outside accommodation before her confinement.

That is not an answer to the question. Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that this woman collapsed in the dock and that the future child's life may be impaired by her continuance in prison?

This is a purely medical case, and I shall be guided by those who are responsible for guiding me in such matters.

In view of the unsatisfactory nature of the reply, I shall raise the matter on the Adjournment.