§ 69. Lieut.-Commander Joynson-Hicksasked the Secretary of State for War what steps are being taken to remove the road blocks and other military obstructions in West Sussex; and whether he has informed the local authorities concerned of his proposals.
§ The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of War Transport (Mr. Noel-Baker)I have been asked to reply. The highway authorities have been informed that all road blocks may now be removed, and, as I said in answer to a question on 3rd October, I am sure that those authorities will remove them as quickly as they can with the labour available.
§ Lieut.-Commander Joynson-HicksWill the Minister state whether his Department assumes financial responsibility for the removal?
§ Mr. Noel-BakerThe Secretary of State for War said, in answer to a Question some time ago, that the cost would be brought to the account of my Department.
§ Lieut. - Colonel Sir Thomas MooreCannot prisoners of war be diverted to release the beaches for the people of this country?
§ Mr. Noel-BakerIf we can have more prisoners we shall gladly use them for that purpose.