§ Mr. WareingTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what consultations he has had or proposes to have with the Merseyside police authority with regard to proposals to restructure police forces and police authorities.
§ Mr. Charles WardleMy right hon. and learned Friend has not held discussions with individual police authorities. He is considering what reforms in police organisation and structure may be needed and will announce his proposals as soon as possible. The interested parties will be consulted before final decisions are reached.