§ Mr. ARNOLDasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Munitions 755W whether he is aware that recently Messrs. W. Gittus and Son, of Penistone, improperly withdrew badge certificates from five men in their employ; and what action has been taken or is proposed to be taken in regard to the matter?
§ Dr. ADDISONThe action of this firm having been brought to our notice, and the facts having been found to be as stated, we communicated without delay with the War Office, with the result that prompt action was taken by them, and the men concerned have been offered the option of returning at once to civil life. The Ministry have already issued new badge certificates to be handed to the men as soon as practicable.