HC Deb 15 October 1940 vol 365 c585
34. Mrs. Tate

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he appreciates the need for an issue of mackintoshes and stout boots to air-raid precautions wardens; and whether he proposes to make such an issue at an early date?

The Joint Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Home Security (Mr. Mebane)

I would refer my hon. Friend to the reply which my right hon. Friend gave to similar Questions on the subject on 8th October.

Mrs. Tate

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that to differentiate between one branch and another of A.R.P. services sometimes has unfortunate effects?

Mr. Mabane

If the hon. Lady read the reply, she will see that it refers specifically to the mackintoshes for wardens.