HC Deb 08 December 1942 vol 385 cc1413-4
6. Sir Frank Sanderson

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he is now in a position to state the nature of the official recognition of the 250 units of Women's Home Defence, most of which are working with the Home Guard; and will he make a comprehensive statement thereon?

Sir J. Grigg

This question is still under consideration.

Sir F. Sanderson

Is my right hon. Friend aware that that was the reply which he gave to me some time in October, and in view of the fact that already two months have passed, cannot he hurry his decision?

Sir J. Grigg

I am quite aware of the fact that this decision has been about a long time, but the question has been caught up in a much larger question which is now under review.

Dr. Edith Summerskill

In view of the admirable service which these women are giving to the Home Guard, will the right hon. Gentleman consider the question of making a statement shortly?

Sir J. Grigg

I will do my best, but I am not entirely free in this matter.