asked the Secretary of State for War the number of men and women employed in the Royal Army Clothing Department who receive an annual holiday of at least one week's duration with pay?

The number of employés on the strength of the Royal Army Clothing Department who, subject to the prescribed qualifying service, are eligible for annual leave with pay of six or more days, in addition to the regulated public holidays, is approximately 190.

In view of the small number who are given a week's holiday with pay each year, will the hon. Gentleman endeavour to prevail upon the Secretary of State for War to extend the holiday payment to others?

My right hon. Friend will do so if necessary.

It is necessary, I can assure you.