Written question asked by John Pugh (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 6 January 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 January 2010. It was answered by Alan Campbell (Labour) on Wednesday, 13 January 2010 on behalf of the Home Office.
Police: Weapons
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what less lethal weapons are permitted to be used by police.
- Answer
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As well as personal protective equipment like batons and CS spray, police forces in England and Wales are permitted to use taser and the attenuating energy projectile (AEP) round in accordance with Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) guidance. All less lethal weapons are subject to full and rigorous testing and independent assessment of their medical implications prior to introduction.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 503 c991W; 310080
- Session
- 2009-10
- Subjects
- Police Weapons
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- 2013-11-25 23:05:28 +0000
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