HC Deb 30 March 1944 vol 398 c1527
5. Mr. John Dugdale

asked the Minister of Labour what steps he proposes to take to prevent boys from escaping the risk of being sent down the pits by volunteering for service with the Armed Forces a few months before they are due to be called up.

Mr. Bevin

I do not contemplate any such steps at present.

Mr. Dugdale

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that, in several public schools, boys are actually advised to take this step, and do take it? If I send cases will he investigate them?

Mr. Bevin

Yes, Sir.