§ 49. Mr. Shinwellasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many casualties have occurred to United Kingdom forces in Aden since October, 1964, giving the numbers of killed and wounded, respectively.
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§ Mr. HealeyThe figures for Aden State up to 10th April are 14 killed and 435 wounded.
§ Rear-Admiral Morgan Gilesasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many troops in Aden are currently employed solely on internal security duties.
§ Mr. HealeySome 3,600 personnel of all three Services are currently engaged in internal security duties. In addition, there is a heavy burden of extra guards and picquets which all units, including administrative elements, share.