§ 26. Mr. James Whiteasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will call for a report from the chief constable as to his proposals to bring the strength of Glasgow police up to its present establishment.
§ Mr. Gordon CampbellNo, Sir. The chief constable is active in seeking recruits for the force.
§ Mr. WhiteIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that, for example, the average pay of Scottish workers in manufacturing industry is £34.2 per week compared with £20.8 for the police? Will he bring pressure to bear in the proper quarters to ensure that the job becomes more attractive than it is?
§ Mr. CampbellPolice pay was increased in February on an interim basis from September, 1971. A further review is due this year. It will be for the Police Council for the United Kingdom to consider all the relevant evidence before making a recommendation.