HC Deb 14 February 1945 vol 408 cc206-7
23. Mr. E. J. Williams

asked the Secretary of State for Air whether there is a maximum age limit to R.A.F. personnel sent to the Far East; and how those in the upper age group will obtain repatriation as the war proceeds.

Sir A. Sinclair

Yes, Sir. Subject to the requirements of the Service, the maximum age for posting to the Far East is 42 years for airmen below the rank of sergeant, and 50 years for airmen of that rank and above and for officers other than Regular officers and officers who volunteer. Officers and men serving in the Far Eastern theatre will be repatriated on completion of their tour of duty or earlier if they become eligible for release under the Government Scheme for release of transfer from the Forces.

Mr. Williams

Can the Minister clarify the matter, as there is a great deal of misunderstanding among the Servicemen themselves?

Sir A. Sinclair

If my hon. Friend will look at the answer which I have given, he will find it quite clear.

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