John Poulson released on parole

Title

John Poulson released on parole

Genre

Interview

TX Date

13 May 1977

Year of production

1977

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Duration

00:03:13

Description

Interview with former leader of Newcastle City Council, T. Dan Smith, on the release from jail on parole of John Poulson, amid establishment fears over the possible future publication of sensitive material. Poulson was an architect jailed for giving bribes to local government officers, MPs and police officers. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

T. Dan Smith

Keywords

Architects; Corruption; Parole; Prisoners; John Poulson; T. Dan Smith

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