HC Deb 06 November 1945 vol 415 c1216W
Colonel Crosthwaite-Eyre

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will state the number of persons employed on the demolition of surface shelters and pillboxes.

Mr. Ede

The number of men engaged in demolishing surface shelters is estimated at approximately 2,000. No estimate is available of the fluctuating numbers (including military personnel) employed in demolishing pillboxes.