§ 27. Mr. Hannahasked the Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the need for man-power, he will consider allowing soldiers to use leisure hours doing civilian work at civilian rates of pay?
§ Sir J. GriggSoldiers are allowed to use their leisure hours doing civilian work at civilian wages, if they wish, provided that such work does not interfere with 737 their military duties or efficiency. But in view of the arduous nature of their military duties in present circumstances it is unlikely that there will be much opportunity for them to do civilian work.
§ Mr. HannahIs not this a considerable reservoir of untouched man-power?
§ Sir J. GriggNo, Sir.
§ Mr. HannahIs my right hon. Friend aware that this proposal was made for the soldiers themselves?
§ Sir J. GriggThe first business of a soldier is to fit himself to fight.