asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many men, wanted by the police in Northern Ireland for questioning about acts of violence, murders and other offences in the province, are now known to be in Eire; what action has been taken to bring them to justice; and if he will make a statement.

Approximately 155 persons wanted by the police in Northern Ireland for questioning in connection with murder, acts of violence and other offences in the province are known to be in the Republic of Ireland. A number of warrants for extradition are in the possession of the Civic Guards for execution.