HC Deb 26 May 1908 vol 189 cc932-3
EARL WINTERTON (Sussex, Horsham)

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War whether the new stables at Tidworth, intended to house the horses of the 2nd Dragoons (Scots Greys), which it was stated would be finished at the latest in September, 1907, have yet been completed.

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

If the noble Earl will refer to my reply to a Question put on this subject by the hon. Member for the Gainsborough Division on the 11th instant, he will find that I informed the House that it is hoped these barracks will be completed by the end of next month. The delay has been occasioned by abnormally bad weather.

EARL WINTERTON

Has the delay been caused solely by bad weather?

MR. HALDANE

Yes, I believe that has been the sole cause.