Written question asked by Lord Berkeley (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 July 1998. It was answered by Lord Williams of Mostyn (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 1998.

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Williams of Mostyn, Lord

Question

In respect of motorised police escorts in London: who is responsible for authorising particular escorts; under what circumstances such escorts may clear the road of other traffic to ease the passage of the escorted vehicle; what categories of persons may receive such escorts; for each of the last 12 months, how many have been undertaken; what was the cost; and what were the sources of funding of the escorts. [HL 2585].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 2585; 592 c31-2WA

Session

1997-98

Subjects

Costs Greater London Protection Police Royal family Vehicles