HC Deb 27 June 1977 vol 934 cc94-5W
Mr. McCusker

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many bombs using an explosive mixture and weighing over 50 lbs have been planted by the IRA since 1st July 1976.

Mr. Mason

74 up to 24th June 1977.

Mr. McCusker

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many car bombs have been used by the IRA in towns outside Belfast and Londonderry since 1st July 1976; and how many have exploded.

Mr. Mason

Up to 24th June 1977, 17 vehicle bombs had been used in attacks, of which nine had exploded.