"Ex-constable Lawliss is applying for a license for a bush house in the Napier district, and I understand the police are opposing it. Why? Is it because he was dismissed from the force? If so, this looks like persecution. If necessary, let the Committee know why he was dismissed from the force. It appears to me he should not be hounded down. Immediate action should be taken, as the case is to be decided on the 14th. I hope you will be able to see your way to withdraw the objection.