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Written question asked by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Social Democratic & Labour Party) on Tuesday, 28 October 2014, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 October 2014. It was answered by James Brokenshire (Conservative) on Monday, 17 November 2014 on behalf of the Home Office.


Guildford Four

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what the reasons are for the 75-year embargo placed on government-held files relating to the Guildford Four; and if she will consider releasing them earlier.

Answer

There is no embargo on government-held files relating to the Guildford Four. Public release of such information retained by government departments or held closed at The National Archives is determined in line with the provisions of the Public Records Act 1958.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
212163
Session
2014-15
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Disclosure of information Miscarriages of justice Guildford Four
Link
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