HC Deb 25 November 1985 vol 87 cc387-8W
Mr. Cohen

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many helicopters the Metropolitan police currently possess; what orders are currently outstanding; what further orders are planned; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Giles Shaw

I understand from the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis that the Metropolitan police own three helicopters and that there are no orders outstanding or planned.

Mr. Cohen

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many Optica light aircraft are currently on order by the Metropolitan police.

Mr. Giles Shaw

I understand from the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis that the Metropolitan police have not ordered any Optica aircraft.

Mr. Cohen

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will call for reports from each chief constable as to the number of Optica light aircraft which are on order for each force in England and Wales; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Giles Shaw

No.