§ 25. Mr. Greenwayasked the Secretary of State for Defence how much was spent in the latest year for which figures are available on horses for military duties; how many horses were purchased; and how many horses are currently in regular use by the Army; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Lee£12,250 was spent on procuring 73 horses for the Army in 1985–86. About 550 horses are currently in regular use by the Army and an additional 10 per cent. are under training and being conditioned.