asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many persons have now been detained in Northern Ireland under the provisions of the Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act; how many have subsequently been charged with offences; and with what offences they have been charged.

None.

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many detainees have been released in the last month.

During February 32 persons held under detention orders and interim custody orders were released. Of these I released 21, the Commissioners released seven and the Appeal Tribunal released four.