HC Deb 22 July 1988 vol 137 c862W
Mr. Amess

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations his Department has received concerning the re-introduction of the death penalty since June 1987; how many supported restoration and how many were opposed; what percentage the latter is to the former; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Patten

We receive many letters about capital punishment and most of those who write to us are in favour of restoring the death penalty. Precise figures are not available.