HC Deb 21 January 1983 vol 35 cc237-8W
Mr. Dubs

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many prisoners are currently being held in police and court cells; and what was the total on the night of 17 January.

Mr. Mellor

On the night of 20 January 63 prisoners were held in police custody. The corresponding figure for the night of 17 January was 92.