HC Deb 20 February 1929 vol 225 c1137W
Mr. DAY

asked the Home Secretary the present strength of the Metropolitan Police Force, giving the figures separately for the Criminal Investigation Department; and the number of constables that have been enrolled during the 12 months ended to the last convenient date?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

The actual strength of the Metropolitan Police Force on 16th December, 1928, was:

Uniform Branch 18,863
Criminal Investigation Department 912
Total 19,775

The number of constables who joined the Force during the twelve months ended 17th December, 1928, was 929 (including two constables who rejoined the Force).