Water Cannon Debate

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Department: Home Office

Water Cannon

Steve McCabe Excerpts
Wednesday 15th July 2015

(8 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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It is a very important part of the hon. Gentleman’s constituency.

Steve McCabe Portrait Steve McCabe (Birmingham, Selly Oak) (Lab)
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I welcome the Home Secretary’s decision. It feels as though the Government are preparing for a number of confrontations. Is she confident that the police have the necessary resources for what could prove to be a long, hot summer?

Theresa May Portrait Mrs May
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I was asked by the shadow Home Secretary about the tools and powers available to the police. They have a range of powers available to them, and a range of guidance and training in relation to public order policing.