HC Deb 01 November 1949 vol 469 cc31-2W
92. Mr. Hardy

asked 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. Shinwell

Compassionate 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. Paget

asked the Secretary of State for War whether the release of 14474215 Sapper R. A. Barker, B Squadron, Royal Engineers Depot, Barton-Stacey, near Winchester, Hampshire, which was recommended by General Officer Commanding, Southern Command, in August, can now be sanctioned.

Mr. Shinwell

The discharge of this soldier has been sanctioned and he has now been released.