HC Deb 11 December 1945 vol 417 cc197-8
34. Mr. Piratin

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that Jewish personnel in the British Army are being posted out of Palestine; on whose orders this is being done; and what steps he will take to end this religious discrimination.

Mr. Lawson

I am aware of this instruction. It was issued by the War Office in the interests of the soldiers concerned, and it applies equally to men of the Jewish and Moslem faiths.

Mr. Piratin

Would the Minister explain to the House the reason for that instruction?

Mr. Lawson

I should have thought that was obvious.

Mr. Piratin

rose —

Mr. Speaker

Colonel Hutchison.

Mr. Piratin

Mr. Speaker, may I follow-up the question?

Mr. Speaker

I have called the next Question.