§ Mr. Clemitsonasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is the policy of Her Majesty's Forces in relation to the 61W granting of compassionate leave in the case of the death of a parent of a Service man.
§ Mr. William RodgersCompassionate leave is normally granted to personnel serving at home stations on the death of a parent. For those serving overseas, compassionate leave is granted on the death of a parent, only when circumstances make the presence at home of the individual essential.