The House considered an extradition request. Held: Lord Keith of Kinkel said it would be sufficient to establish the primary facts on the balance of probabilities and for the court to form an opinion upon the facts established. It was submitted that it would be unjust or oppressive to return the applicant because of the … Continue reading Regina v Governor of Pentonville Prison, Ex parte Narang; Union of India v Narang: HL 1978

Kakis’ extradition was sought by Cyprus in relation to an EOKA killing in April 1973. Although a warrant for Kakis’ arrest had been issued that very night, he had escaped into the mountains and remained hidden for 15 months. Subsequently, he settled in England with the apparent approval of the Cyprus Government and so too … Continue reading Kakis v Government of the Republic of Cyprus: HL 1978