HC Deb 17 July 1946 vol 425 cc1207-8
36. Mr. Pritt

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Air the reason for the delay in release of officers in Groups 29 and 30 and other ranks in Group 30 stationed in the Nairobi area; for how long they are likely to be delayed; and what are the prospects for the next few groups in that area.

Mr. de Freitas

Release promulgations apply to the Royal Air Force wherever stationed, and I know of no special difficulties or delays in transport from East Africa. If the hon. and learned Member will give me particulars of any case he has in mind, I should be glad to look into it. I should add that the release of accountant officers has reached only Group 28 throughout the Service, but otherwise this month there are no branches or trades in which the release of officers is below Group 30 or airmen below Group 35.

Mr. Pritt

Has the hon. Gentleman made inquiries, because I can let him have a copy of the order issued on the station?

Mr. de Freitas

Certainly, I have made inquiries, or I would not have made this statement. My answer is based on the inquiries that have been made. If the hon. and learned Gentleman will let me have that order I will certainly look into it.