§ Mr. R. Gibsonasked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that Scottish soldiers stationed in the South of England, when given 48 hours leave, are unable to take advantage of the privilege, as the long time spent in travelling North and South leaves an incommensurate time to see their families; and what change he proposes to make in order to ensure for these Scottish soldiers equitable treatment in respect of leave?
§ Captain MargessonSoldiers are granted seven days leave at such intervals as the exigencies of the Service admit, and this enables them to visit their homes periodically even if these are at a distance from their military stations. The additional grant of 48 hours leave from time to time is not intended to be used for long distance travelling.