§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland why the words "Northern Ireland" are excluded from the citation of the Royal Ulster Constabulary Discipline and Disciplinary Appeals Regulations 1973.
§ Mr. David HowellSince the citation in question refers to the Royal Ulster Constabulary no further definition is necessary. The regulations follow previous practice in this respect.
§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland when he expects to be able to make a statement on the representations made to him by the SDLP and the Eire Government about the reorganisation of the RUC; and if he will give an assurance at the earliest date that there will be no alteration of the unified structure of the RUC in order to remove the feelings of uncertainty among serving members of the force.
§ Mr. Peter MillsMy right hon. Friend hopes to make a statement following his current talks with political parties in Northern Ireland.