HC Deb 02 June 1921 vol 142 c1212
68. Captain FOXCROFT

asked the Chief Secretary what is the number of Auxiliary Cadets in Ireland; how many have been convicted by courts-martial; how many by civil courts; how many are awaiting or undergoing trial; and how many of the latter are included in the Trim case?

Sir H. GREENWOOD

The strength of the Auxiliary Division, Royal Irish Constabulary, is at present 1,498. There have been eight convictions by court-martial and none by civil courts. Fourteen are at present awaiting or undergoing trial, of which number, 12 are included in the Trim case.

Captain FOXCROFT

Are all the auxiliaries ex-officers of His Majesty's forces?

Sir H. GREENWOOD

All ex-officers, with good records in the War.

Major M. WOOD

How many, have been dismissed without trial?

Sir H. GREENWOOD

The hon. and gallant Gentleman must put down a question.