ARMED FORCES AND CIVIL DEFENCE FORCES (COMMAND STRUCTURE) (Hansard, 19 February 1980)

HC Deb 19 February 1980 vol 979 cc114-5W 114W

§ Q60. Dr. Glyn
asked the Prime Minister if, in the interests of greater efficiency in the event of a possible war, she will 115W establish a single command structure for the Armed Forces and civil defence services.

§ The Prime Minister
No. Under the Civil Defence Act 1948, local authorities are responsible for civil defence measures in their areas.