§ MR. SIMONDSasked the Secretary of State for War, Whether it is intended to make additional accommodation in the Winchester barracks to provide for the depôts of the Hampshire Regiments, the 37th and 67th, still in Fort Elson?
MR. GATHORNE HARDYSome of the accommodation for this purpose has already been provided, but in order that an entire battalion may remain at Winchester, in addition to providing for the depôts of both the Rifle and county regiments, it is necessary to add some married quarters, as well as to make other additions and alterations, for which plans have been prepared; but some time will be required for the completion of the whole. When the additional accommodation is provided, the depôts mentioned will be moved to Winchester.