HC Deb 29 November 1949 vol 470 cc926-7
16. Mr. Hurd

asked the Secretary of State for War why Private Boniface of the Queen's Royal Regiment, B.A.O.R.5. was not granted home leave after his return from 13 months' imprisonment in Russian hands; what sentence of imprisonment this young soldier is now serving for misdemeanours since his return; and if, in view of the hardships which Private Boniface has undergone, he will arrange for him to have home leave immediately.

Mr. M. Stewart

In view of the hardships which Private Boniface had suffered during his confinement with the Russians he was admitted to a military hospital for rest and treatment immediately after his escape. A few days after his discharge, while waiting to go on home leave, he went absent. He was later apprehended and awarded 14 days' detention. On release from detention he again went absent, was again apprehended and awarded seven days' detention. This sentence expired on 27th November and Private Boniface is now being sent to this country on leave.