37. Vice-Admiral Taylorasked the Secretary for Mines what arrangements are being made to enable members of His Majesty's Forces on short leave from service afloat or overseas, who will be granted a three weeks' licence, to be provided with petrol on their arrival on leave; what instructions will be given to the rationing authorities; and who will these rationing officers be?
§ Mr. LloydArrangements for giving effect to the three weeks' licence duty concession including the arrangements for the provision of petrolare under discussion between the Departments concerned, but have not yet been finally settled. I hope that it will be possible for a statement to be made very shortly.
Vice-Admiral TaylorIs my hon. Friend aware of the urgency of a decision in this matter, as it is of the greatest importance to all concerned that they should get their petrol rations immediately they return on leave?
§ Mr. LloydYes, Sir, I agree with my hon. and gallant Friend, but he will see that a certain amount of Departmental consultation is necessary to secure the most convenient way for all concerned.
§ Mr. PerkinsCan my hon. Friend tell the House whether this privilege will be extended to members of the R.A.F. on operational duties in this country?