HC Deb 17 May 1973 vol 856 cc365-6W
Mr. Charles

Morrison asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what was the strength of the police force in England and Wales on 31st December 1972 and on 30th March 1973.

Mr. Carlisle

On 31st December 1972, 99,680, and on 31st March 1973, 100,190.