HC Deb 05 October 1944 vol 403 cc1125-6
52. Mr. De la Bère

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether he can now make some pronouncement as to what steps the Government are taking to assist the ex-Service men to obtain small holdings on their demobilisation.

Mr. Hudson

This matter is being considered as part of the general proposals concerned with the return of ex-Service men to civilian life. I should add that it is not considered desirable in the interests of the ex-Service men for those who have not had previous agricultural experience to start farming on their own without practical training in farm work. Steps are being taken to arrange for the training of ex-Service men for all forms of agricultural work.

Mr. De la Bère

Does my right hon. Friend appreciate the importance of ex-Service men having training if they desire it?

Mr. Hudson

Naturally.