HC Deb 06 February 1940 vol 357 c8
14. Mr. J. J. Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for War in what age group is the incidence of fatal illnesses highest among the British troops in France?

Sir V. Warrender

It would not be desirable to publish information of this character during the war.

Mr. Davidson

May I ask whether the War Office receive regular reports with regard to the matter contained in this Question, and are they taking these reports into consideration with regard to future developments?

Sir V. Warrender

The fullest statistics are maintained and received with regard to the incidence of diseases.

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