HC Deb 20 October 1975 vol 898 cc12-3W
Mr. Adley

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he is satisfied that adequate police security arrangements are in hand to protect property and possessions owned by present and former Prime Ministers, the theft of which would be a threat to national security; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

Appropriate arrangements are made for the personal security of the Prime Minister at home and when travelling.

Recent break-ins referred to in the House on Tuesday 14th October all took place before my right hon. Friend became Prime Minister again in March 1974. Security arrangements for the personal protection of former Prime Ministers are discussed by the security authority with those concerned. Former Prime Ministers do not retain after leaving office any papers whose unauthorised disclosure would be a threat to national security.