HC Deb 17 February 1921 vol 138 c304W
Mr. BRIANT

asked the Secretary of State for War what is the present monthly cost of the military forces in Ireland?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

The estimated monthly cost of the military forces in Ireland (exclusive of the Royal Air Force) is £1,300,000. It should be remembered that practically all the military forces in Ireland form part of the regular standing Army.