§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what were the average original sentences given, and the average sentences served, for the offences of arson, rape, the murder of a police officer, the murder of a prison officer and terrorist offences, respectively, in respect of persons convicted over the longest period for which figures are conveniently available.
§ Mr. MellorWe will reply as soon as possible.