§ Mr. McCuskerasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether, in view of the fact that police reserve numbers are still below target, he will consider a review of the educational tests which have disqualified some suitable men, particularly from rural areas.
§ Mr. OrmeThe Chief Constable has recently reviewed the educational requirements for admission to the Royal Ulster Constabulary Reserve and is satisfied that the present standard should be maintained.
§ Mr. McCuskerasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he will use the provision, which exists in the Act, to have more than one rank in the police reserve in order to instill responsibility and enthusiasm.
§ Mr. OrmeRegulations under the Act already permit a rank structure in the RUC Reserve, but the Chief Constable, who is responsible for such appointments, does not consider the time opportune for the introduction of supervisory ranks.