HC Deb 15 November 1945 vol 415 cc2505-6W
Sir W. Darling

asked the Minister of Labour what are the intentions of the Government as regards National Service for young persons of 18 years of age and upwards; whether it is proposed to continue the present practice of calling up at 18 years of age for a period of service and for what length of service.

Mr. Isaacs

In order to meet the requirements of the Armed Forces as at present foreseen, it will be necessary to continue the call-up, under the National Service Acts, of young men between the ages of 18 and 30. It is not possible to say how long those now being called up will be required to serve, but I assure the hon. Member that the question will receive the closest attention in considering the arrangements for the provision of our permanent Armed Forces.