HC Deb 23 June 1988 vol 135 c688W
Mr. O'Brien

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will call for a report from the chief constable of West Yorkshire police as to what representations have been received from the people who live in the vicinity of the secure unit in Wakefield following the escape of Carlos Brigins from Newton lodge; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Douglas Hogg

I understand from the chief constable of West Yorkshire police that he has received one petition signed by 47 people who live in Westfield view, expressing their concern about the security of Newton lodge.