Miss Wardasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware of the dissatisfaction which exists among Service men returning on leave after many years' service abroad; that no coupons are available for the purchase of civilian clothing essential to the enjoyment of a well-earned period of leave; and what steps he is taking to remedy this grievance.
§ Captain WaterhouseI regret that the shortage of supplies makes impossible a general issue of civilian clothing coupons to members of the Forces. But arrangements exist for the replacement, up to a reasonable standard, of their civilian clothing if it has been lost or destroyed while they were abroad.