§ Mr. Gareth WardellTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what information his Department holds on police diving teams. [27139]
§ Mr. MacleanI have been asked to reply.
In connection with its responsibilities, Her Majesty's inspectorate of constabulary holds details of the number of full-time police officers, and civilian police staff, involved in underwater search duties in each force in England and Wales.
There are 18 underwater search teams in England and Wales. Forces which do not have their own unit, or share one, may arrange for diving support to be brought in from neighbouring forces.