§ Sir R. Glynasked the Secretary of State for War whether he can state the ratio per 1,000 of decorations awarded to, or mentions in despatches of, officers and other ranks, respectively, of His Majesty's Army since the commencement of the war.
§ Sir J. GriggI regret that it is not possible to supply the information in the form in which my hon. Friend has asked for it, as it would disclose information from which the strength of officers and other ranks in the Army could be derived.
§ Colonel Lyonsasked the Prime Minister whether any decision has yet been reached on the issue of medals for members of the Home Guard and Civil Defence forces who have served over a minimum period.
§ The Prime MinisterNo, Sir.