§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he is taking to provide body armour to all the police forces for the protection of officers; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter LloydThe procurement of equipment for forces is entirely a matter for chief officers. I understand that all forces have body armour available for officers when an operational need can be foreseen. The Home Office is ready to undertake scientific research into new products if requested so to do by chief officers.