§ 47. Mr. Manderasked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what decision has now been arrived at with regard to the acceptance as volunteers in the Defence services of this country of aliens of proved loyalty; and what steps should be taken by such aliens willing to offer their services?
§ Mr. W. S. MorrisonI am not in a position to add anything to the answer I gave the hon. Member on 27th April.
§ Mr. ManderIs it not the case that quite a number of persons are being enrolled for this purpose; and could the right hon. Gentleman give some definite assurance, because there are a number of refugees, aliens in this country, who are most anxious to offer their services to us?
§ Mr. MorrisonI understand that the matter is being actively considered, and a statement will be made as soon as possible.
§ Mr. MorrisonThe whole problem of using their services is being investigated.
§ Colonel WedgwoodIs it not a fact that nearly 800 have already applied since the statement made by the right hon. Gentleman, and are there not more applying constantly?
§ Mr. MorrisonI could not verify those statements without notice.