HC Deb 31 May 1916 vol 82 c2697
38. Mr. ELLIS GRIFFITH

asked the Under-Secretary for War how many British subjects of military age are engaged in the British Red Cross units in Italy; and what authority grants them exemption from military service?

Mr. TENNANT

There is at present no complete Return of the numbers employed in British Red Cross units in Italy in possession of the Army Council. There is no rule excepting these men from military service, but those who are classified in medical categories which are not being called up are not interfered with.

Mr. GRIFFITH

Will my right hon. Friend make inquiries?

Mr. TENNANT

Yes, I will endeavour to ascertain.