§ Mr. JenkinTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps he is undertaking to improve numbers in the TA. [25694]
§ Dr. MoonieThe current strength of the Territorial Army (TA), including those mobilised on operations and on Full Time Reserve Service, almost exactly matches the overall target size of the TA set as a result of the Strategic Defence Review. It is therefore in good shape, although there are some specific areas where numbers fall short of target, most notably the Army Medical Service (TA). The current "Time to get fitTA" campaign, launched on 28 December 2001, and a further recruiting campaign to be launched in the spring, are intended to keep the TA in its current healthy state.
§ Mr. SwayneTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence (1) how many TA Intelligence Corps personnel he is mobilising; and if he will make a statement; [R] [25143]
(2) where he plans to deploy TA Intelligence Corps personnel under mobilisation order; and if he will make a statement; [R] [25144]
(3) what arrangements are being made to ensure that mobilised TA personnel will enjoy make up of civilian pay plus other allowances; and if he will make a statement; [R] [25145]
(4) which Territorial Army units are under mobilization orders. [R] [25146]
§ Dr. MoonieI will write to the hon. Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of the House.