HC Deb 22 February 1977 vol 926 cc548-9W
Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Defence how many men are currently serving in the Royal Marines.

Mr. Duffy

At 31st December 1976, 7,690 men, officers, warrant officers, NCOs and marines were serving in the Royal Marines.

Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Defence how many men are required to mount the guard at Buckingham Palace.

Mr. Duffy

The Royal Marines last mounted guard at Buckingham Palace from 1st to 18th September 1935.

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