HC Deb 16 December 1952 vol 509 c182W
156. Mr. Wood

asked the Secretary of State for War the normal time that magazines and parcels, sent by relatives to members of Her Majesty's Forces in Korea, take to reach their destination.

Mr. Head

Magazines and small packets sent by air mail are delivered to the forward areas in Korea between seven and 10 days after posting in this country. The time taken for magazines and parcels sent by surface mail is normally 55 to 60 days.

157. Mr. Wood

asked the Secretary of State for War if he can account for the non-arrival of parcels and magazines posted to a soldier in Korea at various dates in August and September.

Mr. Head

I shall be glad to look into any particular complaint, if my hon. Friend will let me have details.