§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) how much money has been paid from public funds for any damage to real or personal property or injury to persons as a result of the activities of the security forces before and after the imposition of direct rule; and how much was paid in each category and for each period of time;
57W(2) in how many cases a civil action has been successfully brought for injury to persons or for damage to real or personal property as a result of the activities of the security forces before and after the imposition of direct rule; how many cases were unsuccessful; how much was awarded in each category and for each period of time; how much was paid in compensation without an action being brought; and how many cases are outstanding.
§ Mr. WhitelawIt is regretted that this information is not readily available. It will be sent to the hon. Member as soon as possible.