HC Deb 15 November 1949 vol 469 c184W
Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for War what are the regulations dealing with the supply of contraceptives to soldiers.

Mr. Shinwell

In overseas Commands, condoms are made available, as a free issue, to individuals who ask for them, with a view to the prevention of venereal disease. In the United Kingdom, where the risk of contracting venereal disease is considerably less, no contraceptives are issued.