HC Deb 01 February 1993 vol 218 c50W
Mr. Shersby

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make it his policy that women police officers should have the best available equipment to defend themselves from assault in the execution of their duty; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Charles Wardle

Decisions about the purchase and issue of equipment are matters for chief officers. My right hon. and learned Friend would expect all officers to be provided with the best protective equipment available which is appropriate to the situation.