§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland when he expects to fill the remaining vacancies for presiding officers and other official staff for polling places in connection with the border poll on 8th March 1973.
§ Mr. Peter MillsAll vacancies have been filled.
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§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of state for Northern Ireland what assistance is being afforded by the security forces to ensure the safekeeping of the ballot boxes during the border poll and until the completion of the count.
§ Mr. Peter MillsArrangements are being made in co-operation with the security forces to ensure the safety of the ballot boxes. It would not be in the public interest to give details.
§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he will ensure that sufficient security measures are taken to safeguard Protestants who live in Republican areas on 8th March 1973 when they vote on the border poll.
§ Mr. Peter MillsEvery effort will be made by the security forces to protect voters wishing to vote at the border poll on 8th March. Publicity has been given to the extensive postal voting facilities and many people will be taking advantage of them.