HC Deb 18 October 1973 vol 861 cc280-1W
59. Mr. McMaster

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is the number of extradition warrants issued by the Royal Ulster Constabulary since May 1971; how many of these are related to murder charges; and how many persons have been extradited from the Republic of Ireland as a result.

Mr. Whitelaw

Fifty-nine; three relate to murder and five to attempted murder. Five people have been extradited, none for murder or attempted murder.

Mr. McMaster

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is the number of extradition warrants issued by the Royal Ulster Constabulary since 24th March 1972; how many of these are related to murder charges; and what is the number of persons extradited from the Republic of Ireland as a result.

Mr. Whitelaw

Thirty-two; two relate to murder and four to attempted murder. Three people have been extradited, none for murder or attempted murder.