HC Deb 28 January 1982 vol 16 c419W
14. Mr. William Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he has a timetable in which he expects his current policies to result in the defeat of the Irish Republican Army.

Mr. Prior

A timetable for ending terrorism would be wholly unrealistic. But I have no doubt that the vigorous pursuit of our present security policy, which is grounded firmly in the impartial and effective enforcement of the law, offers the best prospect of an enduring peace in the Province.

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