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b.
c.
The disbandment of:
(1) 20 Light Regiment RA less one battery.
(2) 54 (Hong Kong) Support Squadron RE.
(3) 414 Pack Transport Troop RCT.
(4) No 1 Army Information Team.
Reductions in:
(1) 31 Regiment RCT including the reduction of 415 Maritime Transport Troop to a company lift capability only.
(2) Signals, Medical, Ordnance, REME, Provost and Education Services.
(3) Holdings of equipment for reinforcements to the level required for two battalions.
11. Manpower. The reduction in manpower resulting from this rundown is approximately:
a.
620 UK officers and men.
b.
25 UK based civilians.
c.
130 LEP.
d.
160 LEC.
(NB This does not include the
possible second UK
infantry battalion vide
para 3)
The identification of the specific individuals who will be
· affected is now in progress. Early agreement on the establishment of the light battery to be found from the disbanding Artillery Regiment is important in order that posting and movement plans can be finalised at the earliest possible date.
12.
Key Dates. It is intended that units concerned should become non-operational approximately 6 weeks before withdrawal or disbandment. Key dates are at Annex A.
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