HC Deb 14 June 1951 vol 488 cc2499-500
46. Mr. Viant

asked the Prime Minister whether he will make a statement on the grant of recognition for long service in the police.

The Prime Minister (Mr. Attlee)

Yes, Sir. His Majesty has approved proposals for the institution of a Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. A short White Paper on the subject is available in the Vote Office.

Commander Noble

While welcoming the answer that the Prime Minister has just made, may I ask if he would consider consulting with his right hon. Friends as to whether special arrangements could not be made for rehousing members of the force at the end of their service when they leave their married quarters? At the moment they can give years notice of their leaving, but they do not receive any special consideration until they are actually evicted. Is he aware that there is a member of the staff of the House, well-known to hon. Members, who, today, is in this very position?

The Prime Minister

That question ought to have been put to my right hon. Friend the Home Secretary.

Commander Noble

I hope he is taking a note of it.