HC Deb 02 April 1952 vol 498 c129W
48. Mr. Driberg

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Defence if he is aware that some Service men with experience in the coalmining industry were debarred from applying for release from the forces to return to the mines under last year's scheme because they were at that time serving in Korea; and if he will consider accepting such applications for release from these men on their repatriation.

Mr. Birch

There is no question of reopening the general scheme, but if the special cases mentioned by the hon. Member are brought to the attention of the Service Departments they will be considered.