HC Deb 23 February 1993 vol 219 cc487-8W
Mr. Clifton-Brown

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what assessment he has made of whether the level of the Gloucestershire constabulary's establishment takes sufficient account of the residence of members of the royal family in the county of Gloucestershire; and if he will make a statement on the criteria used in making his assessment.

Mr. Charles Wardle

It is for the chief constable to assess the level of officers needed to police royal residences in Gloucestershire. My right hon. and learned Friend looks to Her Majesty's inspectorate of constabulary for advice when considering applications for increases in police establishments. That advice takes account of any protection responsibilities which a force may have.