HC Deb 11 June 1906 vol 158 cc694-5
MR. BRIDGEMAN (Shropshire, Oswestry)

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War whether in the new Army contract forms for the supply of meat to the Army and Militia when out training Home-killed beef is specified, whereas in previous contract forms Home-bred beef was always required; whether this change was made with his approval; and, if so, whether he will say why the change was made.

THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WAR (Mr. HALDANE,) Haddington

The reply to the first two Questions is in the affirmative. The reason for the change was to enable the War Office to get the best fresh meat at the lowest price for the soldier.