§ Mr. Kershawasked the Minister of Defence how many British officers have attended the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation Defence College since its inauguration; how many of these officers have since retired from the service; and how many are currently serving in posts connected with North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.
§ Mr. Sandys61, 3, and 13. The last figure does not include serving officers who, after holding such posts, have returned to normal duties.
§ Mr. Kershawasked the Minister of Defence what is the British contribution towards the cost of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation Defence College.
§ Mr. SandysThe British government contribute 19 per cent. of the College's budget and pay the emoluments of British officers serving on the Directing and Instructional Staff.
In the current year, these two items amount to about £18,000 and £19,000 respectively, making a total contribution of about £37,000.