§ Mr. McCuskerTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will state the conditions with regard to the carrying of firearms which have to be observed by police officers from the Republic of Ireland whilst in Northern Ireland for the purpose of discussing anti-terrorist co-operation with their counterparts in the Royal Ulster Constabulary.
§ Mr. Ian Stewart[holding answer 14 April 1989]: A police officer from the Republic of Ireland, like any visitor, 131W may not lawfully carry a firearm in Northern Ireland unless he is in possession of the appropriate authorisation from the Chief Constable of the RUC.