HC Deb 28 March 1944 vol 398 c1260W
Mr. Silkin

asked the Secretary of State for War if a company director who works for over 60 hours a week in a business to which the Essential Work Order applies is thereby exempt from service in the Home Guard.

Sir J. Grigg

A member of the Home Guard who is engaged for 60 or more hours a week on work of national importance is not automatically excused duty, but he may apply for discharge or easing of duty. The decision rests with the unit commander.