HC Deb 27 January 1984 vol 52 c713W
Sir John Biggs-Davison

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what consideration has been given to proposals that the border between Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic be wired off.

Mr. Scott

Any practical proposals for improving security in Northern Ireland are always given serious consideration. However, it is the opinion of the security forces that border security can best be maintained by foot and mobile patrols, vehicle checks, covert operations and selected border road closures.