HC Deb 21 August 1945 vol 413 c429
12. Major Nield

asked the Secretary of State for War if he will institute home leave for members of the Forces who have served for a substantial period in the Far East.

Mr. Lawson

Home leave for the Forces in the Far East has been in existence since December, 1944. The scheme provides for 28 days' leave in this country for some 1,500 men a month. Men are not sent home on leave during the final part of their tour abroad, in view of their approaching return on repatriation.