HC Deb 26 October 1955 vol 545 c32W
96. Mr. Swingler

asked the Minister of Defence, in view of the relaxation of international tension and the reduction in the United Kingdom's commitments, what steps he is taking to reduce the call of the Armed Forces on the country's manpower.

Mr. Selwyn Lloyd

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply given yesterday by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister to my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Poole (Captain Pilkington) and the hon. Member for West Ham, North (Mr. Lewis).