HC Deb 24 July 1959 vol 609 cc173-4W
Mr. D. Howell

asked the Minister of Defence if he will give the cost of National Service during recent successive years.

Mr. Sandys

These costs are not separately identifiable.

Mr. D. Howell

asked the Minister of Defence if he will state the amount spent upon social and welfare facilities in connection with National Service during recent years.

Mr. Sandys

Social and welfare facilities are made available to the Forces as a whole, and no separate provision is made for National Service personnel.