HC Deb 03 April 1973 vol 854 c80W
Miss Lestor

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what guidance he has given to chief constables about the practice of withholding from the Press and broadcasting authorities identities and details of stolen items; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Carlisle

This is a matter within the discretion of chief officers of police and my right hon. Friend has issued no guidance on it.