HC Deb 26 October 1972 vol 843 cc378-9W
Mr. Kilfedder

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many men, wanted by the police for murder, shootings or causing explosions, have taken refuge in the Republic of Eire since 1st January, 1969; what efforts have been made to have them extradited to Northern Ireland; and with what result.

Mr. Whitelaw

The information requested is not readily available, but it will be sent to my hon. Friend when it has been collated.

Mr. Kilfedder

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he has been informed that Irish Republican Army training camps exist in the Republic of Eire; what estimate has been made of the number of these camps; and what representations have been made concerning them to the Republic of Eire.

Mr. Whitelaw

The existence of such camps has been reported. Representations have been made to the Government of the Irish Republic on numerous occasions whenever the circumstances warranted it. They have been provided with specially prepared maps and other details of such camps.

Mr. Kilfedder

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many applications have been made for extradition of persons at present in the Republic of Eire in connection with offences involving violence in Northern Ireland; and how many of these applications have been successful since 1st January, 1971.

Mr. Whitelaw

The information requested is not immediately available, but it will be sent to my hon. Friend shortly.