asked the Minister of State for Defence what further security precautions are now being taken in Northern Ireland in the light of the announcement by the Eire Government of the existence of a plot to kidnap prominent persons; whether he is satisfied with the extent of the information on matters of common security concern he is receiving from that Government; and whether he will make a statement.

My hon. and gallant Friend can be assured that adequate security precautions are being, and will continue to be, taken in Northern Ireland.