HC Deb 22 July 1918 vol 108 c1457
66. Mr. WATT

asked the Undersecretary for War whether he is taking any steps and, if so, what steps to accelerate promotion to the General Staff and to the higher commands of officers of the Territorial Force and of the New Army in view of the fact of the success of such officers in the field of action?

Mr. MACPHERSON

Selection for promotion on the General Staff and higher commands is made from a general list composed of all officers, including those of the Territorial Force and the New Army. Selection is made on the individual merits of each case.

Mr. WATT

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that considerable dissatisfaction exists amongst the Territorial officers that their claims are overlooked?

Mr. MACPHERSON

I cannot say that I am aware of that.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Does not the right hon. Gentleman share that view?