HC Deb 24 January 1977 vol 924 cc464-5W
Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what discussion he has recently held with the Police Federation.

Mr. Merlyn Rees

I have met representatives of the Police Federation three times in the last three months, the most recent occasion being on 19th January, to discuss various aspects of the present difficulties over police pay and related matters. Talks are continuing and I hope a solution to the difficulties will be found.