HC Deb 30 March 1943 vol 388 c18
19. Commander Locker-Lampson

asked the Secretary of State for War how many Italian prisoners of war have been taken up to date; and whether a note has been made of those available for agricultural work?

Sir J. Grigg

The total number of Italian prisoners of war held by members of the British Empire is now about 274,000. This was the number a few days ago. The answer to the last part of the Question is, "Yes, Sir."

Commander Locker-Lampson

Will you please go on taking these prisoners?

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