HC Deb 08 June 1944 vol 400 c1525W
Captain Gammans

asked the Minister of Agriculture how many conscientious objectors are working on farms; and if he is satisfied with the quality and quantity of the work which they are performing.

Mr. Hudson

It is estimated that about 8,000 conscientious objectors are employed on the land, of whom the majority are in private employment. The output of conscientious objectors is necessarily very variable, being dependent on such factors as their experience and physique, as well as their willingness to work.