§ Mr. FishburnTo ask the Secretary of State far the Home Department how many applicants there were for membership of the Metropolitan police committee; and when the appointments will be announced.
§ Mr. MacleanOne hundred and six applications have been received from persons wishing to be considered for membership of the Metropolitan police committee. The Home Secretary announced during the debate on the policing of London on 2 December that Sir John Quinton will chair the committee. The other 11 members will be appointed shortly, in consultation with the chairman.