§ Mr. Pounderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he is satisfied with the security procedure in relation to cars and passengers entering Northern Ireland from Great Britain and the Irish Republic in view of the fact that in two instances within a period of five days a journalist was able to carry unchallenged a replica of a sub-machine gun into Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HowellAll practical steps are taken to prevent the illegal entry of arms, explosives and ammunition into Northern Ireland, including selective examinations of persons and vehicles entering Northern Ireland by road, sea and air. The situation is kept under constant review.