HC Deb 21 November 1995 vol 267 cc87-8W
Ms Janet Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what assessment he has made as to the experience, briefing and training of police constables on the beat. [151]

Mr. Maclean

The way in which beat patrol officers are used is an operational matter for chief constables. The scope and content of the probationer training curriculum is currently being reviewed to ensure that new recruits are equipped with the necessary skills and abilities to undertake this key role.