HC Deb 22 November 1961 vol 649 c149W
Mr. Cronin

asked the Secretary of State for War if he will arrange for more personnel of the Far East Land Forces to obtain United Kingdom leave during their tour of duty.

Mr. Profumo

I fully recognise the importance of home leave for troops stationed in the Far East, but I regret that the heavy costs involved prevent my extending the existing arrangements, which generally allow one visit every two years for married men whose families are not with them.