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Written question asked by Robert McCartney (United Kingdom Unionist) on Tuesday, 12 May 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 20 May 1998. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Wednesday, 20 May 1998 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Northern Ireland Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what (a) numbers and (b) percentage of police reservists have not had their contracts renewed in the last three years. - Figures given. (Holding answer 18 May 1998).
Answer

Mr. Robert McCartney: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what (a) numbers and (b) percentage of police reservists have not had their contracts renewed in the last three years. [42165] Mr. Ingram: [holding answer 18 May 1998]: Over the last 3 years 25 RUC reservists were refused renewal of their 3-year contracts and 34 were refused one-year extensions. This represents an average of 1.62%. The renewals or extensions were refused for: (1) being medically unfit for the full range of duties; (2) poor attendance; and (3) unsatisfactory performance.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
312 c389W; 42165
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Contracts Employment Northern Ireland Police Part-time employment Royal Ulster Constabulary
Contains statistics
Yes