§ 46. Mr. Sidney Marshallasked the Minister of Defence what arrangements he is making with British Railways for members of the Sea Cadets, the Army Cadet Corps, and the Air Training Corps to be released to attend their annual camps; and whether such cadets will receive any pay.
§ The Prime MinisterThe British Transport Commission is at present considering the matter.
§ Mr. MarshallIn view of the importance of the matter, which ought to be decided as soon as possible this year, can the Prime Minister say when we shall hear the result of the deliberations?
§ The Prime MinisterI am sorry, but I could not catch what the hon. Member said.
§ Mr. MarshallIn view of the importance of encouraging the recruitment of these young cadets, may we know when the British Transport Commission is likely to make a decision?
§ The Prime MinisterI cannot give a date, but it is under active consideration. The application is now before them.