HC Deb 01 July 1943 vol 390 c1815W
Major Nield

asked the Secretary of State for War how many mobile cinemas for the troops are operated overseas; and whether he will consult with the welfare authorities with a view to providing as many as possible in isolated stations?

Mr. A. Henderson

Eighty-four projectors are in use overseas for the benefit of the troops in addition to the facilities which are at present being provided by the E.N.S.A. organisation. Measures are under active consideration to increase the showing of films to troops overseas but my hon. and gallant Friend will appreciate that the shortage of projectors and other equipment at the present time is a major limiting factor.