§ Mr. Whitakerasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will take steps to standardise the necessary powers of the police in towns throughout the country.
§ Mr. Elystan MorganMy hon. Friend probably has in mind the powers of the police in certain localities to stop, search and detain persons reasonably suspected of having, or conveying, anything stolen or unlawfully obtained. Studies of these powers are at present in progress in preparation for a more general review of police powers and procedure, but I cannot promise an early outcome.