88. Mr. G. Jeģerasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether any special consideration is given to ex-prisoners of war who apply for permanent commissions in the Royal Marines.
Mr. DuģdaleIn making selections for permanent commissions, all the facts of an officer's career are given due weight. Ex-prisoners of war do not receive special consideration as such, but like other candidates they are given full consideration on their merits.