HC Deb 14 January 1987 vol 108 cc192-3W
Mr. McQuarrie

asked the Lord Privy Seal how many cases of theft from hon. Members' and hon. Members' secretaries' offices were reported to the head of security in 1986; in how many cases the culprits were identified; how many people were removed from employment within the Palace of Westminster as a result; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Biffen

Eight cases of theft from hon. Members' and hon. Members' secretaries' offices were reported to the head of security in 1986. The culprits have not yet been identified, but investigations are continuing.

Mr. McQuarrie

asked the Lord Privy Seal if he will review the security measures taken to prevent theft from hon. Members' and hon. Members' secretaries' offices in the Palace of Westminster; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Biffen

The security measures which are taken in the Palace of Westminster are kept continually under review.