§ Sir B. Neven-Spenceasked the Secretary of State for War if he is aware that most of the labourers and their wives and families who have survived the Japanese occupation of Malaya have nothing but rags and sacks to wear; and what steps 2281W are being taken to provide them with clothing.
§ Mr. LawsonI am aware of the urgent need for clothing in this territory. Despite the difficulties due to the world wide shortage of textiles, arrangements are in hand for substantial supplies from Indian and United Kingdom production, and a quota will be delivered before the end of the year. Garments are also in course of shipment from America.