§ 71. Mr. JOWETTasked the Minister of National Service if he is aware that in the Bradford district there are allotments rapidly deteriorating and growing less food on account of the allotment-holders concerned being compelled to spend their time in drilling with the Volunteer Force; and if, in the interest of food production, he will recognise the right of exempted allotment-holders to claim relief from service with the Volunteer Force?
§ The PRESIDENT of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD (Mr. Hayes Fisher)I have been asked to answer this question. Any man may apply to the appropriate tribunal to be relieved from the obligation to join the Volunteer Force, and I have no doubt that any such application will receive careful consideration.