HC Deb 22 January 1957 vol 563 cc16-7W
102. Mr. Wigg

asked the Secretary of State for War what was 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 January to 31st December, 1953; the number of such men transferred to the Army Reserve during the period 1st January to 31st December, 1956; and the percentage who prolonged their Colour service.

Mr. Hare

Between 1st January and 30th November, 1953, 19,754 men enlisted on Regular engagements of three years with the Colours and four with the Reserve. 4.9 per cent. of them prolonged their service. Those who did not prolong their service will, with few exceptions, have been transferred to the Reserve. I will write to the hon. Member giving figures for the last month of the period as soon as they are available.