HL Deb 18 November 2004 vol 666 cc188-9WA
Lord Rogan

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How many probationary constables in the United Kingdom, broken down by constabulary, have failed to become police constables in each of the last three years due to having failed firearms training tests. [HL4964]

Baroness Scotland of Asthal

No probationary constables, in England and Wales, currently receive training in how to use firearms. I understand from the Police Service of Northern Ireland that in the past three years in Northern Ireland, no trainee has failed to become a police constable due to having failed firearms training tests.

Lord Rogan

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How many probationary constables in each of the constabularies in the United Kingdom are currently awaiting re-examination for firearms competence. [HL4965]

Baroness Scotland of Asthal

No probationary constables, in England and Wales, currently receive training in how to use firearms. I understand from the Police Service of Northern Ireland that there are currently 24 trainees awaiting re-examination for firearms competence in Northern Ireland.