HC Deb 10 July 1940 vol 362 cc1147-8
20. Mr. Lyons

asked the Secretary of State for War whether arrangements are being made to give and sustain facilities to those serving in the Local Defence Volunteers, and who are unaccustomed to the use of firearms, for regular practice on local or improvised ranges?

The Financial Secretary to the War Office (Mr. Richard Law)

Yes, Sir.

Mr. Lyons

Is my hon. Friend satisfied that there is admirable material for this practice to take place all over the country?

Mr. Law

I am satisfied that everything possible is being done in the direction my hon. and learned Friend has indicated.

Mr. Lyons

Is my hon. Friend satisfied with the number of places where this practice can take place day by day?

Mr. Law

I am satisfied that every effort is being made to afford practice for the L.D.V. on the lines indicated.

Sir A. Southby

Can my hon. Friend say when he expects that the will have rifles with which to shoot?