HC Deb 27 March 1950 vol 473 c17W
Mr. Hollis

asked the Secretary of State for War whether any British soldiers were taken prisoner by Malayan bandits; and whether any statement can be made on their treatment.

Mr. Strachey

Up to the present, no British soldiers have been reported as having been captured by terrorists in Malaya.

Mr. Hollis

asked the Secretary of State for War to what gratuities a National Service man who comes into active service in Malaya is entitled.

Mr. Strachey

There is no scheme for the award of gratuities in respect of service in Malaya.