§ Mr. CryerTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how literature from the political parties promoting candidates at a general election is made available to serving members of the armed forces; whether canvassing on military installations is encouraged together with the distribution of unsolicited leaflets; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonQueen's regulations prohibit the distribution of literature about the programmes or policies of political parties through service channels. Where there is normal access direct from the public highway canvassers may visit married quarters and families' hostels. Where access is by service roads and there is no separate entrance, access to accommodation will be at the discretion of the commanding officer.