HC Deb 15 February 1971 vol 811 c324W
66. Mr. Simon Mabon

asked the Minister of State for Defence if he is satisfied that the security forces are adequately protected against the civil population in Belfast, in view of the 69,000 firearms registered there; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Ian Gilmour

Troops undertaking security duties in Northern Ireland are provided with a range of protective devices, but possible improvements are always under study.

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