HC Deb 23 November 1970 vol 807 c19W
Mr. Michael McNair-Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many persons have been apprehended as a result of security measures introduced at British airports since 30th July, 1970; how many weapons have been detected; and what action has been taken against the culprits.

Mr. Noble

A wide range of articles which could be regarded as potential weapons have been detected and retained at the airports or carried on the aircraft in places inaccessible to passengers. Figures available for major international airports show that four persons have been arrested and charged with being in possession of offensive weapons.