HC Deb 11 July 1983 vol 45 cc219-20W
Mr. Austin Mitchell

asked the Prime Minister what reliance the Government are placing on continuing supplies of North sea oil and gas to sustain the British economy in the event of a sustained war in Europe; and what alternative sources of energy will be available for national defence in such a circumstance, including the domestic sector.

The Prime Minister

The countries of the NATO Alliance, in accordance with their obligations as members

Year Number
1975 39
1976 62
1977 52
1978 74
1979 64
1980 35
1981 59
1982 82
* Including persons who had Pleasure under section 53(1) of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933; excluding persons released after having been recalled to prison after a period on licence.