Written question asked by David Winnick (Labour) on Monday, 27 October 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 October 1997. It was answered by Jack Straw (Labour) on Thursday, 30 October 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, which friends and associates of Mr Shayler were questioned by the police; when the questioning occurred; and what were the reasons for it.

Answer: Mr. Winnick: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department which friends and associates of Mr. Shayler were questioned by the police; when the questioning occurred; and what were the reasons for it. [13424] Mr. Straw: This investigation is a matter for the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis. I understand from the commissioner that inquiries are proceeding and the Metropolitan police will report in the normal way to the Crown Prosecution Service.

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