§ Mr. Ashleyasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what kind of training police are given in dealing with domestic disputes.
§ Mr. MayhewTraining of probationary constables includes theoretical and practical instruction in dealing with domestic disputes. This is supplemented by further practical training in forces, under the guidance of experienced officers.
§ Mr. Ashleyasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many times police in England and Wales have been called out because of domestic violence in each of the last five years for which figures are available; and if he will categorise the results of their intervention.
§ Mr. MayhewI regret that this information is not readily available.