Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether Capita has a register of all reservist recruitment units; and if he will make a statement.

Capita does hold a register of Army Reserve units. Where candidates initiate an application to join the Reserves through the National Recruitment Centre they are matched with a unit based on the candidates' location and declared role preference.

While there are no Reservist units dedicated solely to recruitment, all Reserve units play a central role in attracting and nurturing candidates and new recruits. This includes supporting recruitment and engagement activity, initial face to face engagement with candidates, assistance with the application process and support with preparation for basic training. Regimental Sub-Unit Support Officers, professional, full-time personnel, are embedded within most sub-units to lead this activity.