§ Mr. OatenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many firearms are(a) in use and (b) on order by the Metropolitan police. [155050]
§ Ms BlearsThe Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis informs me that there are(a) 2,965 firearms owned by the Metropolitan Police Service and (b) a further 40 firearms on order.
§ Mr. OatenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what plans the Metropolitan police has to increase the number of trained firearms officers. [155051]
§ Ms BlearsThe Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis informs me that the number of trained firearms officers is constantly kept under review to ensure that sufficient officers are available to provide an appropriate response and to meet contingencies, perceived risk and anticipated threat levels.