HC Deb 30 July 1946 vol 426 c758
14. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Minister of Labour if training in the senior training corps in universities is now required as a condition of deferment for university students; and if he will make a statement on the question of reservation for the guidance of such students in the immediate future.

Mr. Ness Edwards

The answer to the first part of the Question is in the negative. In regard to the second part, I would refer my hon. Friend to the statement my right hon. Friend made in the House on 30th April, a copy of which I am sending him.

Mr. Hughes

Is the policy adumbrated in the answer last April still the Minister's policy, or is there some change in it now?

Mr. Edwards

I know of no change other than that announced in the White Paper issued some months ago.

Mr. Hughes

Will not my hon. Friend tell us what is his present outlook upon this matter, and is he aware that many ' students who are now planning their futures want guidance on the matter?

Mr. Edwards

I am afraid that could not be done in answer to a supplementary question.

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