§ 131. Mr. G. Brownasked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware of the inadequacy of the arrangements made for sleeping accommodation for A.T.S. and Army personnel passing through Derby while on leave; and what steps he is proposing to take.
§ Mr. LawsonThe accommodation for personnel on leave in Derby at present consists of 50 beds which is adequate for present requirements except at week-ends when there is some congestion. Until recently, there were a further 50 beds available but the demand had fallen to a point where it became uneconomical to continue the hostel concerned which was, therefore, closed and the premises derequisitioned. The position is now being examined with a view to providing emergency accommodation to overcome the week-end congestion.