§ Mr. Wiggasked the Secretary of State for War the number of men who enlisted on Regular engagements of three years with the Colours and four years with the Reserve during the period 1st November, 1951, to 31st March, 1952; the number of such men transferred to the Army Reserve during the period 1st November, 1954, to 31st March, 1955; and the number still serving with the Colours.
§ Mr. Head15,315 men enlisted on this engagement during the period in question; 12,714 have been transfered to the Army Reserve; and 821 have prolonged their service with the Colours. The balance of 1,780 men is accounted for by wastage for such reasons as medical condition, unsuitability for the Arm in which they enlisted, or commissioning. I would add that during this period 3,802 men joined the Army on the five and seven year engagement.