§ 24. Mr. LOVAT-FRASERasked the Secretary of State for War if he will consider the desirability of abolishing the rule which prohibits young men who have been in Borstal institutions from joining the Army?
§ Mr. SHAWThere is no rule prohibiting the enlistment of such men. Provided 186 they are otherwise qualified and are able to produce a testimonial of good character covering at least 12 months prior to date of enlistment and subsequent to leaving such an institution, each case is considered on its merits.