asked the Minister for Defence the total annual cost to the state in respect of the maintenance of (a) a recruit, (b) a three-star private, (c) a platoon, and (d) a division.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Army Maintenance Costs.
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The annual costs, which include pay, allowances, provisions and other services, are:—
|
(a) A recruit |
£466 |
|
(b) A three-star private |
£539 |
|
(c) A platoon |
£21,574 |
As regards (d), there is no provision in Army Establishments for a division.
Does the Minister include the rate of pay in that?
Yes.