§ 71. Colonel Burtonasked the Secretary of State for War whether he has come to any decision as to the issue of steel helmets, respirators and haversacks to nominated women of the Home Guard.
§ The Financial Secretary to the War Office (Mr. Arthur Henderson)I have nothing to add to the reply given to my hon. and gallant Friend by my right hon. Friend on 16th May.
§ Colonel BurtonWill the War Department make up their minds on this matter, as these women run grave risks and are getting no protection at all?