HC Deb 11 June 1981 vol 6 c181W
32. Mr. Nicholas Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is the current strength of the Cheshire constabulary, and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Whitelaw

On 30 April the strength of the Cheshire constabulary was 1,842, leaving only three vacancies on its authorised establishment.