HC Deb 29 July 1946 vol 426 c107W
143. Mr. Driberg

asked the Secretary of State for War what progress has been made in supplying reinforcements for officers and other ranks due for Python or release but retained as operationally vital, on account of political considerations, in C.M.F.

Mr. Bellenger

As a result of the progress that has been made, the numbers in C.M.F. deferred on operational grounds decreased during the first half of this month and I hope that the figures for the second half will continue to show an improvement. I regret, however, that i cannot promise that the measures taken will immediately eliminate compulsory deferments and interference with the normal operation of the Python Scheme.