HC Deb 29 January 1964 vol 688 cc362-3
38. Mr. Hannan

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland, if he has now completed his review of the effectiveness of the Air Guns and Shot Guns Act in its first year; and what further measures he proposes.

Mr. Noble

Scottish chief constables are of the general opinion that the Act has been of considerable assistance. They have suggested that more publicity should be given to its provisions and I am considering this.

Mr. Hannan

While appreciating that Answer, may I ask the Secretary of State to refer to the evidence which I sent to him last August concerning three attacks with these weapons involving children in my constituency? Will he bear that in mind in the consideration he is giving to this matter?

Mr. Noble

I shall certainly bear that in mind, and if other hon. Members have similar evidence I hope that they will write to me.