§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in view of the energy crisis and the high level of crime in the streets in areas such as Newham, he will take action to reduce the use of cars, pandas and vehicles by police forces to increase the use of foot patrols.
§ Mr. WhitelawNo. It is for chief officers to decide how best to deploy their resources in the light of all the circumstances, including local levels of crime and the need to conserve fuel.