HC Deb 28 February 1980 vol 979 cc673-4W
34. Mr. McCrindle

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a ministerial broadcast on civil defence.

Mr. Whitelaw

I have no plans to do so.

42. Mr. Robert Atkins

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he expects to announce his review of civil defence measures.

Mr. Whitelaw

I shall make an announcement on the conclusions of the review as soon as possible.

Mr. Barry Jones

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he plans to consult local authority associations about reviewing their policies concerning their duties and actions in the aftermath of nuclear attack.

Mr. Whitelaw

I regularly consult the local authority associations on all aspects of their civil defence responsibilities.