HC Deb 25 November 1947 vol 444 c1781
31. Mr. Skeffington-Lodge

asked the Secretary of State for War how many German prisoners of war in this country have escaped since the end of hostilities and still remain untraced.

Mr. Shinwell

The number is 80.

Mr. Skeffington-Lodge

Can the Minister say to which category the bulk of these escapees belong?

Hon. Members

Escapers.

Mr. Shinwell

I am afraid not.