HC Deb 15 April 1981 vol 3 c142W
Mr. Straw

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on how many occasions, in exercise of powers under section 30(1) of the Police Act 1964, a report has been required from a chief constable; and if he will give details of such occasions.

Mr. Whitelaw

I frequently call for reports, for example, to assist me in responding to inquiries from hon. Members. No statistical record is kept.

Mr. Straw

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on how many occasions, by whom and with what results, referrals to him have been made in exercise of the powers contained in section 12(2) of the Police Act 1964.

Mr. Whitelaw

I assume the hon. Member is referring to section 12(3) of the Police Act 1964. We know of only one, when the requirement was not confirmed.

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