HC Deb 20 May 1976 vol 911 c632W
25. Mr. Aitken

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what was the cost of the recent advertising campaign by the Metropolitan Police for the recruitment of coloured police officers; how many coloured police officers have since been recruited; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

£39,000. Eight applicants have so far been offered appointments; other applications are still being considered. The Commissioner will assess the results of the campaign in due course and he intends to continue his efforts to attract more coloured officers.