HC Deb 20 February 1973 vol 851 c77W
Mr. Sproat

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the number of special constables in Scotland; and how this figure compares with the establishment.

Mr. Gordon Campbell

The strength of the special constabulary at 31st December 1972 was 4,030 men and 137 women compared with an authorised establishment of 11,608 men and 257 women.