HC Deb 22 June 1943 vol 390 cc1033-4W
Mr. J. Griffiths

asked the Secretary of State for War, in view of the probable immediate development of workshop committees and resuscitation of trade union organisations in areas as they are liberated, what methods of recruitment and selection are employed for recruitment to the section of the British Army, which it is intended shall be responsible for administration of relief and rehabilitation; and whether adequate recognition is given in that selection to those who have know- ledge of, and experience in, negotiation with such workers' organisations?

Mr. A. Henderson

Relief and rehabilitation in areas which may be liberated by the British Forces in the period before Allied Governments concerned are in a position to resume authority are the responsibility of the military authorities only in so far as they affect the successful conduct of military operations. In the selection of officers to deal with this aspect of such operations diverse sources are being tapped, and the particular qualifications to which the hon. Member refers in his Question will no doubt be among those looked for and possessed by many of the personnel selected.