Replying to questions, he said that the cost of the measures was estimated at £360,000 sterling annually, and m increase to £600,000 sterling probably over 20 to 25 years.
After this period, there would be decrease in the cost as the number of officers was adjusted.
The proposals announced are being examined from the point of view of the Territorial Army, to see whether any advantage could be gained for ihe Territorial under the new scheme, Mr. Here-Belisha stated.—
Reuter.
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