HC Deb 09 July 1981 vol 8 c187W
Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many representations he has received regarding private prosecutions for theft from shops.

Mr. Mayhew

During the last year six hon. Members have made representations regarding the right to bring private prosecutions for theft from shops. Over the same period seven members of the public have also written, either directly or through an hon. Member, primarily on this subject.