§ 2. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Mooreasked the Secretary of State for War whether he will consider utilising the large number of laid-up motor-cars for the purpose of making the Home Guard more mobile and therefore more efficient?
§ Captain MargessonAdequate arrangements have been made to meet the transport requirements of the Home Guard, both under present conditions and in time of emergency. These arrangements include the use of unlicensed and uninsured cars or their earmarking for future use, where necessary.
§ Sir T. MooreDoes not my right hon. and gallant Friend think it would be a good thing if these cars were issued out now, so as to enable Home Guard commanders to keep in closer and more constant touch with the various units?
§ Captain MargessonI do not think that would be a good plan at present. The transport is earmarked if and when it is needed, and the primary role of the Home Guard is a static one.