§ Mr. Hannanasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many applications he has received for entry to the police force as a result of the recently announced salary increase; and how many have been accepted.
§ Mr. MaclayApplications for entry into the police service are made to the chief constable of the force concerned and figures concerning them are not available centrally. I am however asking chief constables for information about the applications that they have received recently and I shall write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.