HC Deb 09 March 1932 vol 262 c1779
17. Mr. PARKINSON

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty the number of ratings who have purchased their discharge following the invitation recently issued?

Lord STANLEY

Since the 12th February, 1932, the date of the order referred to by the hon. Member, 25 applications for discharge by purchase have been approved.

Mr. THORNE

Would it not be advisable to reduce the amount which these men have to pay in view of the policy of the Government in reducing their pay?

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