5. Dr. Russell Thomasasked 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. GriggGunner Pragnell has been interviewed with a view to posting to a Parachute Battalion, but, I regret to say, was not found suitable.
Dr. ThomasIn 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 498 avoid Questions on these private matters having to be placed on the Order Paper?
§ Sir J. GriggI will try to answer them as quickly as I can.
§ Mr. BuchananWill the right hon. Gentleman also see that he takes the requisite time to go into these matters before replies are made?
§ Sir J. GriggI 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.