HC Deb 19 March 1952 vol 497 c2319
48. Mr. Martin Lindsay

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Defence whether he appreciates the stimulus to recruiting which would result from the reserving of suitable Government employment, for example, in the Post Office and in the nationalised industries, for Service men on completion of their term of Regular engagement; and whether he will consult with the Minister of Labour as to its practicability.

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Defence (Mr. Nigel Birch)

The Advisory Council on the relation between employment in the Services and civilian life has given much thought to this question, and substantial progress has been made on the lines suggested by my hon. Friend.

Mr. Lindsay

Is my hon. Friend aware that that information is very gratifying indeed?