HC Deb 26 May 1971 vol 818 cc149-50W
43. Mr. Clark Hutchison

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if, in view of the crime rise, particularly of vandalism, in Edinburgh, he will call for a report from the chief constable on the strength of both mobile patrols and police on the beat; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

The organisation of patrol duties is a matter for the chief constable. I will bring to his notice my hon. Friend's concern about this matter.