§ Mr. H. LAWasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether (1) release from 2045W military service can be granted to Private Peter M'Carry, No. 27636, 4th Battalion Scottish Rifles, having regard to the fact that he is the only surviving son of parents who are in very poor circumstances; and (2) whether any decision has been reached with reference to the petition of Michael M'Carry, Cloonbarra, Falcarragh, county Donegal, for the release from the Colours of his son, Private Peter M'Carry, No. 27636, 4th Scottish Rifles, Fort Matilda; and whether he is prepared to grant the request, having regard to the fact that this soldier is the only surviving son of his parents, both of whom are in bad health and in poor circumstances, and are unable in his absence to cultivate the holding, which is their only means of support?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONInquiries are being made, and my hon. Friend will be informed of the result.