HC Deb 09 December 1952 vol 509 c220
25. Mr. Blyton

asked the Secretary of State for War how many bandsmen there are in the Army; and how much of their time is devoted to military training.

Mr. Head

About 4,900 men, women and boys. All men undergo an initial course of military training and as combatant soldiers are liable for any form of military duty for which they may be needed.

Mr. Jeger

Does that number include the members of the Government engaged in blowing their own trumpet?