HC Deb 30 July 1883 vol 282 c956
COLONEL MILNE HOME

asked the Secretary of State for War, If, having regard to his promise on the 28th of June to consider the subject of Army Entrance Examinations, he can now state what modifications, if any, it is proposed to make in the educational tests required of candidates for first Commissions in the Army?

THE MARQUESS OF HARTINGTON

Sir, this question is one of great importance, and requires the most careful consideration. No unnecessary time will be lost in coming to a decision.