Police firearm proposals

Title

Police firearm proposals

Genre

News report; Interview; Press conference

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1983

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Duration

00:03:15

Description

Report on reaction to proposals relating to the increased use of firearms by police forces in Britain. It follows controversial moves by the Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police James Anderton to arm his force. Speaking are: Willie Whitelaw, Home Secretary; James Anderton; Manchester councillor Gabrielle Cox. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

William Whitelaw; James Anderton; Gabrielle Cox

Keywords

Police; Manchester; James Anderton; Weapons; Firearms; Greater Manchester Police

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