HC Deb 22 June 1905 vol 147 cc1349-50
MR. NANNETTI (Dublin, College Green)

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that the practice is growing up in Dublin of officers of regiments stationed in that city using Army horses belonging to their regiments for the purpose of bringing parties to and from balls, polo matches, and race meetings; and whether, seeing that such conduct inter- feres with carmen plying for hire, he will take such steps as will put a stop to the alleged grievance.

MR. ARNOLD-FORSTER

Nothing is known at the War Office of the matters alluded to. I must point out to the hon. Member that officers paying hire for Government chargers are entitled to drive them.

MR. NANNETTI

If I give the right hon. Gentleman definite information as to the men who drove the parties, will he cause further inquiries to be made?

MR. ARNOLD-FORSTER

It is a matter for the General Officer Commanding.

MR. NANNETTI

Surely if I give definite information I am entitled to an Answer.

MR. ARNOLD-FORSTER

My Answer is as to the principle involved. If the hon. Member can furnish me with any facts they will be considered.