HC Deb 31 May 1946 vol 423 c243W
Mr. K. Lindsay

asked the Secretary of State for War what is the present strength of the Army Education Corps; and how many of its number are teachers eligible for returning to civil life under Class A.

Mr. Lawson

On 30th April the strength of the Army Educational Corps was 1,844 all ranks. Of this number 764 are classified as teachers before enlistment and are serving on non-Regular engagements. These men will be eligible for release in due course under Class A, provided they do not defer their release voluntarily.