asked the Lord Privy Seal whether any fresh instructions have been issued to the local authorities in country districts about the billeting of refugees from the towns in case of emergency; and, if not, when will they be issued?

The long-term plans for evacuation require careful and detailed preparation in the light of the experience gained during the recent crisis. Steps are being taken at once to enlist the co-operation of local authorities and representative people in the localities in the preparation of these detailed plans.