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Sir Edward Lytton
I really can add but little or nothing in explanation of this determination in this case and am not competent to offer an opinion on many of the points that are purely legal questions. Sir F. Rogers in his able minute has confined himself to the question as it affects Mr. Anstey.
There is no doubt that Mr. Anstey has committed himself to complicity in the wrong that he is guilty of, both by act and by the penalty. The only point to be decided is whether it should be suspension or dismissal.
I prefer the latter course because I think that he deserves the punishment, and because in confirming suspension you would be confirming the best decision which is technically, though not substantially, wrong.
The decision has been solemnly pronounced to the Secretary...