§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) if the new hand weapons will be carried in holsters outside the uniform of the Royal Ulster Constabulary;
(2) what was the reason for the decision to change the type of handguns used by the Royal Ulster Constabulary; and when it will be implemented;
(3) if the new hand weapons available to the Royal Ulster Constabulary will also be available to the Royal Ulster Constabulary Reserves.
§ Mr. DunnI am informed the Chief Constable has not made a recommendation for a replacement handgun for the Royal Ulster Constabulary.