HL Deb 07 August 1980 vol 412 c1756WA
Lord KILMANY

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What are the authorised strengths of the special constabularies in Scotland and how these compare with the actual strengths of each police authority area at the latest convenient date.

The MINISTER of STATE, SCOTTISH OFFICE (The Earl of Mansfield)

The information for the special constabulary as at 30th June 1980 is set out in the table below:

in this country has declined markedly over recent years as alternative treatments have become available.