HC Deb 22 August 1940 vol 364 cc1520-1W
Mr. R. Gibson

asked the Minister of Labour how many certificates have been issued under Section 2 (5) of the National Service (Armed Forces) Act, 1939; whether such were issued on application being made; and how many applications for such certificates have been refused?

Mr. Bevin

The regulations hitherto made under Section 2 do not provide for the exemption of any class of persons from the obligation to apply for registration; consequently no certificates have been issued under Section 2 (5) nor have any applications been made for such certificates.