HC Deb 01 May 1951 vol 487 c121W
10. Mr. Leather

asked the Secretary of State for War what importance is attached to the qualifications and past experience of officers and men in selecting those to be called up under the Class Z scheme.

Mr. M. Stewart

The qualifications and past experience of officers and men were taken into account when selecting the reservists for the units which are taking part in this year's reservist training scheme, in order to ensure as far as possible that the officer or other rank was suitable to fill the vacancy to which he was allocated. Other factors such as rank, regimental connections, and qualifications which a reservist may have gained since release, were also taken into account. I would remind the hon. Member that selection was not made specifically to meet the training requirement this year, but was made to meet requirements arising on mobilisation.