§ MR. ARNOLD-FORSTER () Belfast, W.I beg to ask the Under Secretary 570 of State for War whether discharged soldiers of twelve years service rejoining the colours will be permitted to serve on for a pension.
§ MR. WYNDHAMMy hon. friend will find in an Army Order published today the terms governing bounty and pension for discharged soldiers who re-enlist in Reserve battalions. In respect of the fifteen permanent battalions, men who re-enlist and have at least three years to serve will be allowed to serve on for pension. The conditions upon which this will be permitted are under consideration.