HC Deb 19 February 1903 vol 118 cc278-9
MR. SWIFT MACNEILL

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War under what authority and in what capacity did he hold inspections of troops and receive guards of honour at Malta, and what precedent. if any, is there for the holding of inspections and the receiving of guards of honour by any former Secretary of State for War.

MR. BRODRICK

As regards the first part of the Question, the inspection alluded to was held by the Governor, who commanded and took the salute. As regards the second part of the Question, the Governor adopted the procedure of 1875 when a Secretary of State for War visited Malta.

MR. SWIFT MACNEILL

In what capacity did the right hon. Gentleman receive a salute of sixteen guns, and who pays for the gunpowder?

The question was not answered.