asked the Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the dissatisfaction among soldiers with regard to release or terminal benefits, he will take steps to grant civilian outfit or cash grant in lieu of same on release.

I am not aware of any general dissatisfaction among soldiers about release benefits. All men called up before 1st January, 1947, receive a civilian outfit on release provided they satisfy the necessary conditions.

Is my right hon. Friend aware that many private soldiers are unable to save that money from their Army pay in order to buy civilian outfits at the prevailing prices?

I am not aware of it, but if my hon. Friend has some information, perhaps he will let me have it?