HC Deb 15 February 1961 vol 634 c145W
40. Mr. Willis

asked the Civil Lord of the Admiralty what percentage of officers commissioned during 1960 won their promotion from the lower deck.

Mr. C. Ian Orr-Ewing:

In 1960, approximately 32 per cent. of officers entered into the Royal Navy and Royal Marines were promoted naval ratings or other ranks Royal Marines. This figure excludes medical and dental officers and chaplains.