DEFENCE OF PROPERTY

Early day motion 1820, tabled 26 October 2004 by Iris Robinson (DUP). Signed by 12 members.

That this House notes with concern the growing number of crimes occurring at people's homes; recognises the subsequent anxiety created amongst particularly older members of our society; fears the law is currently wrongly weighted against the victims of such crimes; expresses dissatisfaction that perpetrators have often received substantial compensation for injuries obtained while committing crimes; seeks clarification regarding the position of those who seek to defend themselves and their property; and urges the Government to consider introducing measures that would remove some of the rights currently afforded to trespassers.

Signatures by party: DUP 3, Liberal Democrat 3, Labour 2, UUP 2, Conservative 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.