HC Deb 14 March 1940 vol 358 c1395W
Brigadier-General Spears

asked the Secretary of State for War what was the establishment in officers of an infantry battalion in 1937, and what it is to-day; and how many platoons in a battalion are commanded by platoon-sergeants or sergeant-majors?

Mr. Stanley

In 1937, the establishment of an infantry battalion provided for 28 officers. It would not be desirable to publish details of current establishments.