HC Deb 25 November 1982 vol 32 c550W
29. Mr. William Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he is satisfied with the quality of weapons and equipment available to the Royal Ulster Constabulary and its reserves.

Mr. John Patten

The primary responsibility for determining what weapons and equipment should be provided for the Royal Ulster Constabulary and the RUC Reserve rests with the police authority for Northern Ireland. I am, however, satisfied with the quality of what is currently available.