asked the Minister for Defence if he will state the total cost to the Central Fund of the various increases granted to the Defence Forces in consequence of awards under the Civil Service conciliation and arbitration scheme.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Defence Forces: Cost of Arbitration Award.
It would be both difficult and costly to ascertain the total actual cost of the various increases referred to, but the following figures of estimated annual cost, which were prepared at the relevant dates, may serve the Deputy's purpose:—
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Per Annum |
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Increase granted with effect from 15th January, 1951 |
£279,900 |
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Increase granted with effect from 1st November, 1952 |
£221,585 |
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Increase granted with effect from 1st November, 1955 |
£307,346 |