§ 7. Mr. Pooleasked the Minister of Labour whether his attention has been called to the case of a man resident in Tamworth who has been examined for military service and passed Grade I, although his own doctor states that he is six years backward physically and mentally, is only four feet nine inches in 1007 height, and weighs seven stone; and what observations he has to make regarding the case?
§ Mr. E. BrownI have had inquiries made into this case, of which the hon. Member was good enough to send me particulars. There would appear to be no grounds for questioning the correctness of the Board's decision to place this man in Grade I. The Board, when making their examination, had before them a certificate from the man's own doctor.
§ Mr. PooleWhile thanking the Minister for his reply, does he seriously suggest that a man who is obviously physically disabled and whose own doctor says he is six years backwards physically and mentally, should be put in Grade 1? Will he not give this matter re-examination?