§ 30. Mr. Stratton Millsasked the Secretary of State for War what percentage of Army battledress blouses and trousers were manufactured in the Republic of Ireland during 1960–61 and 1961–62, respectively.
§ Mr. ProfumoNo battledress was manufactured in the Republic of Ireland during 1960–61. Just under 3 per cent. of the requirement for battledress trousers were manufactured there during 1961–62.
§ Mr. Stratton MillsOn how many occasions during the last six years have forces and establishments of the Crown been attacked by members of the Irish Republic Army wearing British battledress? Will my right hon. Friend agree to consult on the security aspect with his right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for the Home Department who is the Minister responsible for Northern Ireland?
§ Mr. ProfumoI cannot say on how many occasions, but my hon. Friend can be fairly certain that we will account for every pair of trousers which we order from Southern Ireland before we pay for them.
§ Mr. Stratton MillsMay I press my right hon. Friend about consulting the Home Secretary?
§ Mr. ProfumoYes. I will consult my right hon. Friend when he returns from Central Africa.