§ 92. Mr. Hardyasked the Secretary of State for War why Sapper J. Lambert, 264 Intake, A Squadron, Pinefield Camp, Elgin, Scotland, was refused a compassionate posting nearer home; whether he is aware that this man's mother is a widow without pension and unable to work owing to serious accident, and that her son is her only relation; and whether he will review the case.
§ Mr. ShinwellCompassionate postings for men in the Army have been abolished. National Service men are called up to the Army for a fixed period of comparatively short duration and to be of real value their service must not be restricted as to availability for posting.
§ Mr. Pagetasked the Secretary of State for War whether the release of 14474215 Sapper R. A. Barker, B Squadron, Royal 32W Engineers Depot, Barton-Stacey, near Winchester, Hampshire, which was recommended by General Officer Commanding, Southern Command, in August, can now be sanctioned.
§ Mr. ShinwellThe discharge of this soldier has been sanctioned and he has now been released.