HC Deb 14 January 2004 vol 416 c741W
10. John Robertson

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on measures to improve the security of older people in Northern Ireland. [146815]

Mr. Spellar

The Government is committed to improving security for older people in Northern Ireland. A community safety strategy for older people will be issued for consultation in February 2004 supplemented by practical action through the Stay safe Stay secure campaign launched October 2003 and work in other agencies including the police.