HC Deb 23 May 1939 vol 347 c2125W
Mr. Lawson

asked the Secretary of State for War what steps are being taken to use the services of ex-officers and ex-non-commissioned officers who are desirous of volunteering; and whether he is aware that Members are continually receiving requests for information on this point from men with good records of service?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

Instructions regarding the selection and employment of ex-soldiers have been issued, and ex-officers are also being selected.