§ Sir L. Lyleasked the Home Secretary whether the chairmen of all the invasion committees which are to be set up have now been appointed; and when it may be expected that the total number of these committees will begin to operate and instruct citizens in their areas what are their duties in the event of invasion?
§ Miss WilkinsonAs was explained in the statement entitled "Plans for Civilian Action in Invasion" which was placed in the hands of Members on 9th June, there are necessarily wide variations in the forms taken by these invasion arrangements throughout the country. Where special committees are being set up chairmen have already been selected in all but a few places. The scheme is progressing rapidly and most committees are in operation. Committees may still be formed in a number of places where the Regional Commissioner and the military authorities consider that they are needed.