§ Mr. ALLEN PARKINSONasked the Secretary of State for War if he will consider the case of Private Thomas Gaskell, No. 100,437, 1st Battalion King's Liverpool Regiment, on compassionate grounds, who is not yet 18 years of age, his father being a helpless invalid with a family of small children, the whole family very badly in need of support; and, since Private 898W Gaskell is the eldest son and to him alone can the parents look for the support of themselves and family, will he consider this case with a view to the discharge of Private Gaskell on the joint grounds of his extreme youth and compassion?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLParticulars of this case have been referred to the General Officer Commanding concerned for his consideration, and I will let the hon. Member know the result as soon as possible.