§ Mr. Channonasked the Secretary of Stale for War whether he is aware that many soldiers are desirous of obtaining special leave in order to undertake vital repairs to their homes; and whether, in view of the desirability of expediting such repair work, he will arrange for such leave to be granted in all reasonable cases.
§ Mr. LawsonI do not think that any special arrangements are necessary. The ordinary leave allowance should now give ample opportunity in the normal case, and the special rule under which Commanding Officers can allow up to 28 days' compassionate leave for urgent private affairs should be sufficient to meet any really urgent case of the kind.