HC Deb 09 April 1984 vol 58 cc51-2W
Mr. Deakins

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will introduce legislation to define the circumstances when the police may question detained persons as to their political beliefs and affiliations; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Hurd

No. Nobody, whether arrested or not, is obliged to answer questions put to him by a police officer, whether they are concerned with political beliefs or any other matter.