Oral Answers to Questions — Army Officer (Letter to Member)

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 2 Ebrill 1947.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Mr John Freeman Mr John Freeman , Watford 12:00, 2 Ebrill 1947

I do not think that the House would feel that there can be absolute immunity in a matter of this kind. If an allegation is made, the officer or soldier who makes the allegation must abide by the natural consequences of investigation. We are endeavouring to maintain this right of the Serviceman with the greatest possible discretion, but it does require a certain amount of give and take on both sides.