§ Mr. Pavittasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how long he expects it to be before he is able to 374W declare his policy on the recommendations made by the Brodrick Committee which reported in 1971; what is the length of time which has elapsed since the committee was first formed; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LaneThe committee was appointed in March 1965; its report was published in November 1971. Consideration of its recommendations is well advanced, but I cannot say when the Government's conclusions will be announced.