§ Q15. Sir C. Osborneasked the Prime Minister if he is aware that Her Majesty's Government's appeal for increased exports is being hindered by the crime wave at and near the docks, which has caused increases in insurance premiums, and added an extra burden to industrial costs and export prices; if he will take extra steps to stop crime of this type; and if he will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterI am aware that there is an increase in pilfering and larceny in or near dock areas and can assure the hon. Member that the authorities concerned are taking all the steps open to them to combat it.