§ 44. Mr. Juddasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what consultations he has had with police constables in England and Wales concerning special training of police for drug squads; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. SharplesMy right hon. Friend is in touch with chief officers of police about ways of improving the training of those officers who are to serve in drug squads. The Drugs Branch of the Home524W in the East Midlands Airport, thus avoiding uncomfortable and long delays for foreign visitors entering the country at the airport.
§ Mr. SharplesI understand that on only one occasion have passengers been delayed at the airport for immigration control. Permanent manning by immigration officers would not be justified on the basis of the present level of traffic.