§ Mr. Sharpasked the Secretary of State for War where the deep shelter hostel operated by his Department is; by what means Service men are informed of the facilities provided; and what these are.
§ Mr. ShinwellThis hostel is at Clapham South. It is intended for emergency use only when the various Service Clubs are full. Service men and Service women are informed of the available facilities through the railway traffic officers at all main London stations, and through the various Service Clubs. There are beds and blankets available at the deep shelter for 2,500 men and 500 women, and a charge is made of 1s. per night per head. A canteen at the shelter provides tea, sandwiches and other light refreshments.