HC Deb 29 July 1971 vol 822 c160W
Rev. Ian Paisley

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received that he should enter into consultations with a view to the internment of known Irish Republican Army terrorists in Northern Ireland; and what action he will take.

Mr. Sharples

My right hon. Friend has had a few letters from members of the public on this subject.

Mr. McManus

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what discussions he intends to have with the Northern Ireland Government regarding methods to be adopted by the Army for dealing with increasing violence.

Mr. Maudling

The methods used by the Army in Northern Ireland are the responsibility of the G.O.C. and they are discussed regularly in the Joint Security Committee.