HC Deb 08 June 1931 vol 253 cc625-6
88. Mr. DAY

asked the Home Secretary what changes in the uniform or dress of the mobile police are being contemplated either in the Metropolitan Police Area or other districts?

Mr. CLYNES

As regards the Metropolitan police, the present uniform of the mobile patrols is to some extent in the experimental stage and no decision has yet been reached as to what changes will be made. I have no information as to any contemplated changes in other police forces in England and Wales.

Mr. DAY

Does the right hon. Gentleman propose to allow some of these police officers to wear civilian clothes when on duty?

Mr. CLYNES

It is not the intention to have any special force in civilian clothes.

Sir W. BRASS

Can the right hon. Gentleman assure the House that he will not allow these mobile police to appear in plain clothes instead of in uniform?

Mr. CLYNES

Circumstances must determine certain acts of policy.