§ Mr. Lipsonasked the Secretary of State for War what allowances are payable to the dependants of members of the Home Guard who may be mobilised for military duties; and what is the employer's liability for the salaries of his employees during a temporary mobilisation period.
§ Sir J. GriggMembers of the Home Guard who lose their earnings as a result of being mustered for an actual or apprehended invasion will be entitled to compensation within certain limits, and those so situated and who, in addition, are likely to be separated from their families will, on mustering, receive an advance of £5 in respect of the compensation, to 1645W enable them to provide their families with funds during the initial period of separation. There is no liability on private employers to pay the salaries and wages of their employees after mustering, but it is hoped that employers will do their best to see that salaries and wages continue unaffected, at any rate for a period after mustering.