§ 78. Mr. Dribergasked the Secretary of State for War if he has now completed his investigations into the case of 14401073 1816 Sergeant T. M. Yule, whose application for compassionate repatriation has been under consideration for about four months; and what action has been taken.
§ The Secretary of State for War (Mr. J. J. Lawson)The results of investigations carried out by the War Office through welfare channels have been conveyed to the command concerned. I understand that the Commander-in-Chief has decided that Sergeant Yule should be reverted to the Home Establishment on compassionate grounds and the necessary arrangements are being made.
§ Mr. DribergWhile thanking my right hon. Friend, may I ask if he could say why it takes so long? The man was urgently needed at home.
§ Mr. LawsonYes, Sir, the matter was in the hands of S.S.A.F.A. and they have very great difficulty in tracing the wife of this man. I understand there were domestic difficulties.