§ 26. Mr. Swinglerasked the Minister of Labour the total number of men called up for military service during 1946; and the estimated numbers to be called up during 1947 and 1948, respectively.
§ Mr. IsaacsThe number of men called up for military service in 1946 was 260,000. The estimated number to be called up in 1947 is 175,000 and according to present estimates, a similar number is likely to become available in 1948.
§ Mr. SwinglerWill the Minister now state what possible factors would prevent men called up before 1st January being released before those called up after 1st January?
§ Mr. IsaacsI may carry a Biblical name, but I am not a prophet.