§ 25. Mr. HOHLERasked the Secretary to the Admiralty whether he is now in a position to state what steps have been taken to accelerate the demobilisation of naval writers?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAYes, Sir. On the 1st April, authority was given for the three home ports to employ members of the Women's Royal Naval Service, released from bases where they can be spared, and also civilians, to facilitate the demobilisation of writers. My hon. and learned Friend will realise that we cannot yet say how far this will speed up releases, as, of course, the writers will have to instruct their substitutes as a first step.