HC Deb 05 December 1955 vol 547 cc20-1W
90. Mrs. L. Jeger

asked the Minister of Labour how many Cypriots in this country are at present doing National Service; and his policy towards the conscription of Cypriots.

Mr. Watkinson

Cypriots normally become liable to National Service after two years' residence in Great Britain, unless they are resident here for the sole purpose of attending a course of education or are in Great Britain for a temporary purpose only.

I regret that figures are not available to show the number of Cypriots who have been called up under the National Service Acts.

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