§ Mr. Robert Edwardsasked the Minister of State for Defence how many members of the Forces have their wages or salaries paid directly by cheque; and what proportion this is of all members of the Forces.
§ Mr. Ian GilmourOver 200,000 of the total strength of the Armed Forces have their pay credited directly to a bank account either at home or overseas. This represents nearly 60 per cent. of the total strength. The money is generally transferred direct to bank accounts and very few individuals receive their pay directly by cheque.