§ 2. Mr. Moelwyn Hughesasked the Secretary of State for War how much leave is granted to men upon their return to this country after escaping from captivity on the Continent?
§ Captain MargessonOn reaching this country, escaped British prisoners of war are granted 21 days' leave.
§ Mr. HughesIs the Minister satisfied that that leave is sufficient, when in some cases these men have undergone months of hardship before they have been able to find their way to this country?
§ Captain MargessonYes, Sir, by and large, I think that 21 days are sufficient.