§ Mr. Proctorasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department, pursuant to his reply to the hon. Member for Preston, North (Mr. Atkins) of 16 June, Official Report, c. 281, what representations he has received from the Police Federation concerning guidance about local consultation arrangements between the community and the police; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WhitelawThe Police Federation was consulted in the preparation of the guidance. It fully supports the development of local consultation arrangements to ensure a two-way flow of information and support between the police and the community.