HC Deb 25 April 1911 vol 24 c1571
Captain CLIVE

asked the reasons for the creation of a new appointment described in Army Estimates as retired officer employed as messing adviser at the War Office; what are the new duties to be performed by this officer; why the total cost is put down at £800, though the salary is to be only £300, besides pension; and who is to be the first holder of the appointment?

Mr. ACLAND

I am not in a position to add anything to the answer I gave to a similar question on the 5th of this month.

Captain CLIVE

Can the hon. Gentleman say when the name of the officer will be announced?

Mr. ACLAND

The name will be announced in due course. I cannot give the date.

Captain CLIVE

Will he give his whole time to the office?

Mr. ACLAND

I think so; yes.