§ Mr. Lewisasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether provision has been made for the liberation of soldiers in detention barracks in the event of the barracks in question being in an area threatened by hostile action in the event of invasion; and whether steps have been taken to ensure that such provisions are clearly understood in all commands?
§ Mr. SandysIn the event of imminent invasion all soldiers undergoing sentences of detention will be returned to units in order that they may play their part in the defence of the country. Clear and detailed instructions on this question have been issued.