§ Sir I. Fraserasked the Secretary of State for War if, before the Home Guard is disbanded, he will give instructions that it is to be technically mobilised and em- 64W bodied in the Armed Forces of the Crown for a farewell parade, so as to give all officers and men the full status which this would imply as a symbol of their faithful and vital service.
§ Sir J. GriggThe Home Guard already forms part of the Armed Forces of the Crown, and a technical mustering would not confer any status which its members do not already hold. I am, however, in sympathy with my hon. and gallant Friend's suggestion for a farewell parade, and I hope arrangements will be made for the Home Guard to hold such parades before the Force stands down.
§ Mr. W. J. Brownasked the Secretary of State for War, in connection with his instructions enabling members of the Home Guard to assist in fire prevention and other Civil Defence duties; what are the conditions to be fulfilled before their services can be used for these other duties.
§ Sir J. GriggSince 11th September, on which day compulsory Home Guard parades ceased, the Civil Defence services have been assisted only by volunteers.