HC Deb 17 February 1919 vol 112 c584W
Colonel WEDGWOOD

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he can avoid the further court-martialling of conscientious objectors who have been two or more years in prison and have served their sentences by granting such men indefinite furlough when returned to their unit?

Captain GUEST

No, Sir; I am afraid my hon. and gallant Friend has not considered the effect his proposal would have upon the Army generally if such furlough was granted to these men and withheld from those who have done their duty.

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