HC Deb 09 September 1909 vol 10 cc1481-2
Mr. HUNT

asked the Secretary of State for War what precautions are taken to guard the guns, rifles, and ammunition now provided for the Territorial Force; and what is the number of rounds per gun and cartridges per rifle which are kept ready and would be instantly available for repelling a sudden raid?

Mr. HALDANE

The hon. Member will find the required information contained in Part III. of the Equipment Regulations, Territorial Force. From this he will see that 500 rounds a gun and 300 rounds per rifle are kept ready for immediate use.

Mr. HUNT

What precautions are taken to guard these rifles, guns, and ammunition?

Mr. HALDANE

A part is under the custody of the Army Ordnance Department, a smaller part is with the unit.

Mr. HUNT

Is there no guard over them?

Mr. HALDANE

There are always precautions as to the keeping of ammunition even in time of peace, and much greater precautions would be taken in the event of war.