HC Deb 02 June 1942 vol 380 cc497-8
5. Dr. Russell Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he has now made arrangements for the transfer into paratroops of Gunner Pragnell, No. 1732067, the details of whose case he has already received?

Sir J. Grigg

Gunner Pragnell has been interviewed with a view to posting to a Parachute Battalion, but, I regret to say, was not found suitable.

Dr. Thomas

In view of the keenness of this young man, may I ask my right hon. Friend whether he could reply earlier to the inquiries of hon. Members, and thus avoid Questions on these private matters having to be placed on the Order Paper?

Sir J. Grigg

I will try to answer them as quickly as I can.

Mr. Buchanan

Will the right hon. Gentleman also see that he takes the requisite time to go into these matters before replies are made?

Sir J. Grigg

I imagine that the delay in replying in this case was due to the fact that the man was sent for an interview, and that the result of that interview was awaited.