63. Major Lloydasked the Minister of Health whether the production of an identity card can still be demanded by a member of His Majesty's Armed Forces in uniform, on duty, as well as by a police officer in uniform.
§ Mr. BevanYes, Sir, but only if he has reasonable grounds for suspecting that the person is a deserter from His Majesty's Forces or is absent therefrom without leave, or is an escaped prisoner of war.
Major LloydWill the right hon. Gentleman assure the House that that is entirely understood throughout His Majesty's Forces, and by the civilian population?
§ Mr. BevanThis has been referred to on many occasions. I do not like the continuation of identity cards, and I think that is universal. When it becomes possible to end them I shall do so, but I will do my best to see that this information is made known.