HC Deb 18 May 1939 vol 347 cc1654-5W
Mr. Day

asked the Home Secretary whether he will state the number of police pensioners that will be available for the reserve of police established by the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis; and whether and under what circumstances these men will be utilised for patrol and ceremonial duties?

Sir S. Hoare

The number is now 3,275. Members of the reserve will, if employed, assist the regular police in any of their duties.