HC Deb 06 October 1909 vol 11 c2002
Major ANSTRUTHER-GRAY

asked the Secretary of State for War what progress has been made with re-arming the cavalry with the new pattern sword; and whether there is any intention of arming the Yeomanry with the sword?

Mr. HALDANE

As regards the first part of the question, I have nothing at present to add to the information already given. As regards the second part of the question, no decision to arm the Yeomanry with the sword has at present been come to.

Earl WINTERTON

Are we to understand that the suggestion has been abandoned of arming the Yeomanry with the sword?

Mr. HALDANE

No, the whole thing is under very careful consideration. There is great division of opinion among the commanding officers.