§ Mr. Harry GreenwayTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many horses and troops will be available compared to the current position if his proposals to amalgamate the Blues and Royals and Life Guards are implemented; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonThe Household Cavalry mounted regiment will consist, as at present, of two mounted squadrons, one from the Life Guards and one from the Blues and Royals, as well as a joint headquarters squadron. Each regiment will also contribute two squadrons to the Household Cavalry reconnaissance regiment. This regiment, which will be one of the two regular reconnaissance regiments, will also have a joint headquarters squadron.