HC Deb 24 June 1937 vol 325 c1393W
Sir R. Clarry

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will state the number of Territorial units engaged in anti-aircraft and searchlight work; and to what extent, if any, they fall short of the full strength in officers and men?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

The number of units is 161 and the deficiency approximately 48 per cent. of the establishment.

Sir R. Clarry

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will state the total number of Regular anti-aircraft and searchlight units, and to what extent, if any, they fall short of the full strength in officers and men?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

The number of units is 36 and the deficiency approximately 20 per cent. of the establishment.