HC Deb 19 May 1986 vol 98 c12W
Mr. Leighton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, since 20 February, officers from forces outside the Metropolitan police district have been placed on standby for mutual aid duties in connection with the current trade dispute at Wapping.

Mr. Giles Shaw

No.

Mr. Leighton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many arrests have been made so far in connection with the current trades dispute at Wapping; if he will give a breakdown of (a) the charges laid against those arrested, (b) the number of charges that have subsequently been dropped, (c) bail conditions imposed by magistrates and (d) the number of convictions that there have been; and what sentences have ensued.

Mr. Giles Shaw

I will reply as soon as possible.

Mr. Leighton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on how many occasions, and where, road blocks have been used since the trades dispute at the News International plant at Wapping began.

Mr. Giles Shaw

I understand from the Commissioner that roads in the vinicity of the Highway, E1, have been closed on numerous occasions in accordance with directions which he has issued under section 52 of the Metropolitan Police Act 1839.

Mr. Leighton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if the national reporting centre has been activated during the current trade dispute at the News International plant at Wapping.

Mr. Giles Shaw

No.