HC Deb 22 October 1969 vol 788 c244W
Mr. Scott-Hopkins

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what changes there have been in the commitment of the Parachute battalions to N.A.T.O. as announced on 10th May, 1968; and whether these battalions are still part of the Strategic Reserve.

Mr. Healey

There has been no change. The Parachute Force of two battalion groups is earmarked for assignment to N.A.T.O.: it remains part of Army Strategic Command.