§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Defence what percentage of Regular Army recruits leave in their first year.
§ Mr. FreemanWe expect some 25 per cent. of Regular Army recruits to leave in their first year.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether ex-Army personnel are able to re-join their former regiment should they so desire.
§ Mr. FreemanThis is possible in certain circumstances. Each application is judged on its merits, taking into account the individual's previous record, conduct, qualifications. age and current suitable vacancies.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Defence what percentage of Territorial Army Volunteer Reserve recruits leave during their first year.
§ Mr. FreemanDuring the 12-month period ending 31 March 1986, the latest date for which figures are available, 31 per cent. of recruits to the Territorial Army left during their first year of service.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether ex-service men are able to re-join the armed forces should they so desire.
§ Mr. FreemanEx-service men may apply to re-enter the armed forces. Such applications are considered in the light of the individual's previous record, conduct, qualifications, age, current suitable vacancies and in competition with other applicants for entry.