§ 18. Major Anstruther-Grayasked the Minister of Agriculture how many agricultural executive committees have made representations to him regarding harvest leave for members of the Armed Forces.
§ Sir T. DugdaleNone, Sir.
§ Major Anstruther-GrayMay we take it, therefore, that my right hon. Friend is satisfied that agricultural leave will be granted to enable help to be given with the harvest where it will be badly needed?
§ Sir T. DugdaleThat is a matter directly between the individual concerned and the Service Department.
§ Major Anstruther-GrayIs my right hon. Friend satisfied, in the interests of 1466 his own Department, that the matter is being properly conducted?
§ Sir T. DugdaleI have had no application from any county committees on this point.
§ Mr. FernyhoughDoes the Minister believe that in an important matter such as this he should leave the final decision to those in charge in the Forces?
§ Sir T. DugdaleI am answering the Question on the Order Paper, the answer to which is, "None, Sir." I am satisfied from the general point of view that the harvest will be brought in.