§ 86. Mr. BlunkettTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what are the costs to date to the Metropolitan police force arising from the ambulance dispute.
§ Mr. Peter LloydThe costs incurred by the Metropolitan police in providing assistance are recoverable. I understand from the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis that claims for £1.5 million for the period up to 19 November have been presented and paid. Claims for a further £3.4 million for the period up to the end of December have been submitted.