HC Deb 10 November 1927 vol 210 cc338-9
20. Sir JOHN POWER

asked the Home Secretary whether he has given further consideration to the question of increasing the visibility of police constables on point duty at night?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

The question has received further consideration by the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis, and white gauntlets have been issued to all constables engaged on traffic duties throughout the Metropolitan Police District. In addition, traffic coats with half white sleeves (from the elbow downwards) are being provided with all possible expedition to the officers in question for use during wet weather.

Mr. LUNN

Is provision made in other parts of the country as well as London?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

In other parts of the country I have not the same powers. It is entirely a question for local administration.

Mr. HAYES

Is the practice in the Metropolitan Police uniform with the practice of the City of London?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

I think so, but I cannot carry it in my mind. I think I noticed it last night.