§ 84. Mr. Jannerasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he is aware of public anxiety at the firing of air-guns near rights of way; and if he will introduce legislation to strengthen the powers of the police in checking the dangers arising from this practice.
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§ Mr. R. A. ButlerI have received a few complaints about the mis-use of air weapons, but have no indication that this is a matter giving rise to any considerable public anxiety. The police already have wide powers to control the use of these weapons in public places, and, as at present informed, I can see no need to strengthen these powers.