§ Sir A. MARKHAMasked the Attorney-General, whether, seeing that a number of apprentices who have served part of their indentures have joined His Majesty's Forces, he will say when these men are discharged from the Army whether they will have to serve the remaining term of their indentures; and, if so, will he seek powers from this House giving all apprentices the right, if they so wish, to terminate their indentures?
§ Sir FREDERICK SMITHThe answer to the question whether legislation will be necessary naturally depends upon the duration of the War and upon the wishes, when ascertained, of those concerned, but my hon. Friend may rest content that the case of these young men, who have enlisted in large numbers, will be so dealt with that they shall not suffer for their patriotism.