HC Deb 27 November 1969 vol 792 cc139-40W
Mr. John Page

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what research is being carried out into the harmful effects of vehicle fumes; and what representations have been received from medical officers of health on this subject.

took place in Scotland in the last calendar year on law enforcement officers; and how these figures compare with each previous year since 1960.

Mr. Ross

The number of assaults on police officers in 1968 resulting in their being absent from duty was 157. The corresponding figures for the preceding years since 1960 are as follows:

1960 100
1961 60
1962 60
1963 56
1964 64
1965 76
1966 94
1967 105