HC Deb 12 December 1911 vol 32 cc2121-2
Sir H. CARLILE

asked whether representations have been made, either officially or unofficially, to the Under-Secretary for War that the funds at the disposal of the county associations of the Territorial Force are inadequate; and whether, in that case, he has arrived at any decision on the matter?

Mr. TENNANT

Representations have been received from some associations that their funds are inadequate and from others that they are adequate. A return now in course of preparation on the Motion of the hon. Member for West Dorset will show the actual financial position of each association on 31st March last. Any decision as to further grants can be taken only in connection with the Estimates for next financial year.

Sir H. CARLILE

Will figures also be compiled for the last six months preceding the 31st March, so that we may have the whole thing up to date?

Mr. TENNANT

I will see whether that can be done.

Colonel YATE

Are measures going to be taken in the Budget of the next financial year?

Mr. TENNANT

That is a question which ought not to be addressed to me.