§ 52. Mr. Swinglerasked the Minister of Labour the number of men called up for national service during the first six months of 1947.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsOne hundred thousand.
§ 57. Mr. Sargoodasked the Minister of Labour the number of persons liable for military service who have failed to answer any summons to present themselves for such service; and whether any proceedings have been, or will be taken against such persons who have not obeyed such summons.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsMy right hon. Friend the Minister of Defence is having inquiries made and will write the hon. Member.