HC Deb 25 November 1970 vol 807 c169W
Mr. McNamara

asked the Minister of State for Defence whether he will ensure that Queen's Regulations are interpreted to enable members of the Army to grow sidewhiskers.

Mr. Concannon

asked the Minister of State for Defence whether he will ensure that Queen's Regulations are not interpreted to enable members of the Army to sprout sidewhiskers of excessive length.

Mr. Ian Gilmour

No. This is a matter within the discretion of commanding officers in the light of guidance contained in Queen's Regulations.

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