HC Deb 24 October 1939 vol 352 c1237W
Mr. Gallacher

asked the Secretary of State for War what complaints he has received from parents in Kelty, Fife, of young militiamen sent overseas with what they considered an inadequate period of training; and whether he is satisfied that seven weeks training is adequate for any branch of the Army?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

The hon. Member drew my attention to certain cases. I am satisfied that no man is being sent to the Expeditionary Force unless he has received adequate training, the period of which varies according to the duties he is required to perform.