Written question asked by Lord Houghton of Sowerby (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 16 December 1992. It was answered by Earl Ferrers (Conservative) on Wednesday, 16 December 1992.

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Ferrers, Earl

Question

What is the present role of police dogs in crime detection & crowd control; & what is the liability of the police for any injuries inflicted by police dogs being used for lawful purposes in a public place. - Includes figures.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

541 c42WA

Session

1992-93

Subjects

Crime prevention Criminal investigation Animals Dogs Liability Police

Contains statistics

Yes