§ Lord KILMANYasked 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.