HC Deb 01 July 1971 vol 820 c174W
59. Mr. Pounder

asked the Minister of State for Defence (1) what evaluation tests have been undertaken, or are being undertaken, by his Department as to the suitability of the weapon known as the Stun Gun for use in riot control;

(2) when he expects to announce his decision on whether or not to purchase the Stun Gun as a riot control weapon.

Mr. G. Johnson Smith

Trials are being carried out on the Stun Gun to determine its effectiveness. No decision can be taken before these trials are complete.