§ Mr. Goodhartasked the Secretary of State for War whether he has any plans for Gurkha units to serve in the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. ProfumoYes. The 1st Battalion of the 6th Gurkha Rifles accompanied by H.Q. 63 Gurkha Brigade and some ancillary units will come to the United Kingdom from Malaya at the end of this year. This will broaden the scope of their training and provide an opportunity for them to serve in a temperate climate. I hope and believe that the opportunity for a formation of these loyal and valiant fighters to serve in our home country will be widely approved.