§ 99. Mr. Walker-Smithasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in view of recent police court proceedings, he is satisfied as to the adequacy of police arrangements for the West End of London in the small hours of the morning.
§ Sir H. Lucas-ToothMy right hon. and learned Friend has been assured by the Commissioner of Police that the particular incident referred to does not afford grounds for questioning the general adequacy of the police arrangements. The problem is essentially one of available police manpower and every endeavour is made to maintain police strength in this area at the highest possible level compatible with the proper protection of other parts of the Metropolitan Police District. The Commissioner of Police will, however, keep the situation under review.