§ Sir R. Glynasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what percentage of the permanent and temporary or war establishment of the Metropolitan police have been called to the colours; and whether, under present conditions, he is satisfied that the Metropolitan police force is adequate to meet its responsibilities.
§ Mr. H. MorrisonI do not think that it would be in the public interest to give the percentage figures for which my hon. and gallant Friend asks. In considering the number to be released due regard has been paid to the responsibilities falling upon the police, as well as to the need for men for H.M. Forces, and although in the present man-power situation every service is called upon to make its contribution to the needs of the Armed Forces I have no reason to think that a proper balance has not been maintained.