HC Deb 02 May 1985 vol 78 c214W
36. Mr. Hunter

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what recent representations he has received from police authorities for increased establishments.

Mr. Giles Shaw

In January, my right hon. and learned Friend approved 46 additional posts in response to applications from three police authorities for increases in their police establishment for the financial year 1985–86. He is considering applications from another six police authorities for a total of 80 posts.