HC Deb 22 August 1916 vol 85 c2467
27. Mr. HANCOCK

asked the Minister of Munitions if he will issue a badge to be worn by miners showing that they are employed in an exempted trade, with a view to protecting them from unwarranted criticism when away from the collieries?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of MUNITIONS (Dr. Addison)

In view of the special arrangements made for exempting miners from military service, it was decided, in consultation with the Home Secretary, not to issue badges to miners.