HC Deb 11 March 1893 vol 9 cc1714-5
MR. WALTER LONG

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War whether it is his intention not to send another battery of Artillery to Trowbridge when the one now there leaves?

MR. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN

I understand that the Military Authorities are strongly opposed to the maintenance of single batteries in isolated quarters, and there is consequently no intention to send another battery to Trowbridge.

MR. LONG

Is it not the case a large amount of money has been spent on these barracks? Is it proposed to make any use of them, or will the Local Authorities be invited to offer suggestions as to their use?

MR. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN

Perhaps the hon. Member will ask the late Secretary for War as to the amount of money spent on the barracks. If he puts his question on the Paper, I will answer him on Monday.