HC Deb 14 December 1977 vol 941 cc240-1W
Mr. Norman Fowler

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many policemen have graduated from university as a result of the Bramshill Scheme; and how many continue to serve in the police.

Dr. Summerskill

176 police officers have graduated under the Bramshill scholarship scheme, which began in 1964, of whom 157 continue to serve in the police.

Mr. Norman Fowler

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many university graduates are now serving in police forces in England and Wales.

Mr. Merlyn Rees

920 on 31st December 1976. A new survey is being made, and I will write to the hon. Member when results are available.