HC Deb 03 March 1942 vol 378 c499
19. Mr. Bellenger

asked the Under secretary of State for War whether any additional pay is granted to soldier gunners serving aboard ships of the Merchant Navy; and what leave is granted to survivors of torpedoed ships if and when they reach port?

Mr. Sandys

No additional pay is granted to soldier gunners on merchant ships. Survivors from torpedoed ships are granted 14 days' leave.