HC Deb 29 April 1986 vol 96 c373W
Mr. Madden

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what authority is required by United States service personnel to carry weapons in the United Kingdom; what authority has been given to United States personnel to carry weapons on streets in central London; what representations he has received about this matter; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Skinner

asked the Secretary of State for Defence whether he will make a statement regarding the presence of armed United States Marines from the United States embassy on the streets of London on the morning of 24 April.

Mr. Stanley

I shall answer shortly.