HC Deb 23 November 1972 vol 846 cc491-2W
Mr. Stratton Mills

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he is satisfied that there are sufficient detective staff available in the Royal Ulster Constabulary to deal with the large number of unsolved murders which have taken place in 1972; and if he will consider transferring for a limited period a number of detectives from other parts of the United Kingdom to assist the Royal Ulster Constabulary in this work.

Mr. David Howell

The detective staff of the Royal Ulster Constabulary is under extreme pressure in the investigation of serious crime, including crimes of murder. Means of providing reinforcements are being considered.

Mr. Nott

Following is the information: