§ Mr. Thurtleasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that relatives of prisoners of war notified by Records Office that they should apply at post offices for forms to communicate with the prisoners have not been able to procure such forms from the post offices, and will he arrange for a supply of forms to be made available?
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§ Captain WaterhouseI assume my hon. Friend refers to a Post Office Leaflet No. P.2280E entitled "Communication with Prisoners of War interned abroad" which has recently been issued. I am anxious to ensure that a copy of this leaflet reaches all relatives who are likely to communicate with prisoners of war, as the delivery of their letters will depend on the use of correct addresses. A supply was sent to the British Red Cross Society to enable them to send a copy to the next of kin of each prisoner, and a supply was also sent to all Head Post Offices. At other Post Offices information can be given and a copy of the leaflet will be supplied to applicants after a few days' notice.