HC Deb 06 May 1918 vol 105 c1883W
Mr. C. WASON

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the fact that it is a matter of difficulty for a soldier or sailor to visit Shetland under the restricted conditions of leave, he will take into favourable consideration any application for extended leave?

Mr. MACPHERSON

As regards soldiers, the question was very carefully considered recently when the period of leave from France was extended to fourteen days. It was then decided that no further concession could be made, and I am afraid that in present circumstances the question cannot be reopened. As regards sailors, this is a matter for the Admiralty, and my right hon. Friend has asked me to refer my hon. Friend to the reply which he gave to a similar question on the 12th June last.