HC Deb 14 December 1925 vol 189 c979
97. Mr. MACLEAN

asked the Home Secretary whether he can state the annual cost of the special branch at Scotland Yard?

Captain HACKING

The annual cost of police officers and clerical staff employed in the special branch of the Metropolitan Police is approximately £60,000.

Mr. THURTLE

In the interests of economy will the Department consider the desirability of abolishing the special branch?

Captain HACKING

; The answer is in the negative.