asked the Secretary of State for War how many prisoners of war were repatriated to Germany during the month ended 28th February.

Fifteen thousand, six hundred and twenty-one, Sir.

When does the right hon. Gentleman propose to increase the number to 30,000 per month, which is the rate the Control Commission desire?

That is another question.

Does the figure quoted include compassionate cases?

Yes, Sir.

While I agree that those prisoners of war wishing to return should be given facilities to go as soon as possible, will the right hon. Gentleman see that he does not hurry back those prisoners who do not want to go?

That goes far beyond the Question on the Order Paper.