asked the Minister for Defence if he will state the annual cost to the State in respect of the maintenance of an Army recruit, indicating separately (a) the cost of food, (b) cost of boots and clothing, (c) other costs, and (d) total cost.
Written Answers. - Army Recruits: Maintenance Costs.
The annual costs are:—
|
£ |
s. |
d. |
|
|
(a) Food |
57 |
0 |
0 |
|
(b) Boots and Clothing |
24 |
0 |
0 |
|
(c) (i) Pay |
128 |
0 |
0 |
|
(ii) Other Costs |
42 |
0 |
0 |
|
(d) Total |
£251 |
0 |
0 |