W.A.A.F. (Leave)

HC Deb 26 October 1943 vol 393 cc56-7W

Mr. Hewlett

asked the Secretary of State for Air what period of leave is now granted to members of the W.A.A.F. for their honeymoon?

Sir A. Sinclair

Subject to the exigencies of the Service, members of the W.A.A.F. on marriage are granted privilege leave within their normal entitlement of 14 days every six months. When necessary, compassionate leave up to a maximum of 14 days may also be granted at the discretion of Commanding Officers.