HC Deb 21 January 1997 vol 288 c513W
Mr. Cohen

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received on the consistency of the provisions of the Police Bill, with United Kingdom obligations under the European convention on human rights; and if he will make a statement. [11235]

Mr. Maclean

I have received representations from hon. Members of both Houses as well as members of the public and the legal profession. I believe that the provisions of the Police Bill are fully consistent with our obligations as signatories to the convention.