HC Deb 05 August 1971 vol 822 c405W
Rev. Ian Paisley

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many Customs posts in Northern Ireland have been attacked by the terrorists in Northern Ireland during the past two years; and what is the total estimate of the damage caused.

Mr. Higgins

There were 19 attacks on Customs posts during the last two years resulting in severe damage to 13 posts and minor damage to six.

An estimate of the total damage caused is £55,000.