HC Deb 23 January 1940 vol 356 cc360-1
32. Sir Henry Morris-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for War how many men called up under the Military Service Act from Wales are now serving with non-Welsh regiments and units; and whether they were or are now being given a choice of serving in Welsh regiments or other Welsh military units?

Mr. Stanley

I regret that the information asked for in the first part of the Question is not available, but men who are registered in Wales are, as far as possible, posted to Welsh units.

Sir H. Morris-Jones

Is my right hon. Friend aware that his predecessor in office gave a specific promise to Wales on this matter, and is the promise being implemented?

Mr. Stanley

Perhaps my hon. Friend would bring details of any particular case to my notice. Wherever possible the desired choice is met, but it is not always Practicable to post men as suggested.

Sir H. Morris-Jones

Is not my right hon. Friend aware that there is some justifiable feeling in Wales on this question, and has he not received representations from public bodies? Will he look into the matter?

Mr. Stanley

I remember seeing some resolutions. If my hon. Friend will bring to my notice any specific cases, I will inquire into them, and see whether these men cannot be posted to Welsh units.