HC Deb 22 July 1999 vol 335 cc613-4W
Mr. Key

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what the terms of reference are for the Adjutant-General's Army Retention Study; and when it will be completed. [91590]

Mr. Doug Henderson

[holding answer 19 July 1999]: The Army's Retention Study is a 6 month strategic review to examine the effectiveness of present policies, which will include carrying out field research, and making recommendations for any improvements. The study is being carried out by Hay Management Group and the Institute for Employment Studies. The work is scheduled to be complete by 30 November 1999.