The opposition said that one of its first actions would be to grant an amnesty for jailed leaders and political activists.

But a new government could grant an amnesty, lift the ban and release the assets.

The government was also criticised for granting an amnesty to petty criminals convicted of traffic and other offences.

Councils have granted amnesties to tenants who sublet, allowing them to give back their keys to avoid prosecution.

For, of course, by granting an amnesty for greys, the civil rights of the reds may be impeded.