HC Deb 09 March 1932 vol 262 c1789
41. Mr. ANSTRUTHER-GRAY

asked the Minister of Transport if he is satisfied with the results obtained to date from the use of motor police patrols; and if he will state the cost entailed by them to his Department, giving separate figures for England and Scotland, respectively?

Mr. PYBUS

The amount paid from the Road Fund in respect of motor police patrols from the inception of the service to the 29th February, 1932, was as follows:

£
England and Wales … 63,460
Scotland … 6,565
70,025

Mr. ANSTRUTHER-GRAY

Is the Minister satisfied that this heavy expenditure is fully justified?

Mr. PYBUS

I am satisfied with the results already obtained from their use, but I understand that the working of these patrols is shortly to be reviewed by the Home Secretary.

Mr. McKEAG

Is the hon. Gentleman satisfied that the cost involved by the employment of mobile police is commensurate with the results obtained?

Mr. PYBUS

Certainly, yes.