HC Deb 19 November 1952 vol 507 cc1860-1
50. Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Defence how many National Service men have now been killed and wounded in Korea.

Mr. Birch

Up till the 8th November, 177 National Service men serving in the Army had been reported killed or died of wounds and 655 wounded. No casualties have been suffered by National Service men serving in the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force.

Mr. Hughes

Is the Minister aware that last week's casualty list included a Scots soldier who was only called up in October, 1951? Is he aware of the public indignation at these men being sent out there to be murdered?

Hon. Members

Rubbish.