asked the Secretary of State for War the result of his inquiries into the wage conditions of the auxiliary constabulary employed at Royal Ordnance Factories.

I regret that I am not yet in a position to make a statement on this question, which involves a number of difficult considerations. It is hoped that a decision will be reached shortly.

What does the right hon. and gallant Gentleman mean by "shortly"?

I am afraid I cannot be more precise. I recognise that there has been considerable delay, but a number of difficult considerations are involved.

Is the right hon. and gallant Gentleman aware that there is very serious discontent among various auxiliary policemen at not getting what they regard as a fair practical Wage?