HC Deb 23 January 1951 vol 483 cc6-7
11. Mr. Baker White

asked the Secretary of State for War what is the value of the possession of Certificate A to a young man when called up for National Service in the Army.

Mr. Strachey

Men who have obtained Certificate A (Parts I and II), or Certificate A (Part I) combined with Certificate T, before being called up for National Service in the Army, are normally placed in a special squad, the members of which are constantly watched with a view to their being trained for a National Service commission. Subject to the requirements of the Army, they may join the corps or regiment of their choice.