§ Mr. Bestasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he expects to complete his review of home defence; and when he will be able to make a statement.
§ Mr. Stephen Rossasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he expects to make proposals for improving the civil defence of the nation as a result of the current review of home defence arrangements.
§ Mr. WhitelawThe review is proceeding as rapidly as possible. I shall make
820Wconsultation initiated by the previous Government.