HC Deb 09 May 1939 vol 347 cc283-4
43. Major-General Sir Alfred Knox

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will recommend the immediate embodiment of the Territorial force for three months intensive training in order to shorten the period of delay after mobilisation before effective assistance can be afforded to our allies?

57. Mr. Sandys

asked the Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the announcement that the anti-aircraft units of the Territorial Army are to be called up for special service, he will, as soon as possible, give further particulars of the Government's plans in order to minimise the disturbance this will cause to civilian life?

Sir V. Warrender

My right hon. Friend will make a statement on the Second Reading of the Reserve and Auxiliary Forces Bill.

54. Mr. H. G. Williams

asked the Secretary of State for War the strength of the Territorial Army on 30th April; and what increase this represents in the last 12 months?

Sir V. Warrender

The total strength of the Territorial Army on 30th April last was 258,384, representing an increase of 83,325 in 12 months. These figures exclude men in process of enlistment.

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