§ Mr. G. Straussasked the Secretary of State for War what restrictions there are in regard to the sending of food or other presents to troops in the European theatre of war; and whether the same restrictions apply to American troops.
§ Sir J. GriggAs I informed the hon. and gallant Member for the City of Chester (Major Nield) on 28th July, parcels of food may not be sent from this country to troops overseas. This restriction applies to troops of all nationalities and also to civilians. Other parcels are subject to the general postal restrictions. For example, they may not contain matches.