HC Deb 19 July 1962 vol 663 cc86-7W
62. Sir B. Janner

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what are the respective salaries of police constables and probation officers at the age of 28 years who have entered the respective services at the minimum age; and what allowances are paid to each of them, respectively.

Mr. Brooke

The salaries for male officers are, in London, £930 and £845 respectively, and £910 and £805 elsewhere. The constable receives a house or quarters free of rent and rates or a tax-free allowance in lieu; and a boot allowance of 3s. a week. The probation officer receives no allowances.