HC Deb 05 March 1912 vol 35 c187
Mr. JAMES HOPE

asked whether, in the event of a war, in which Great Britain were involved, breaking out on the Continent of Europe, it is contemplated as a possible contingency by the War Office that the Expeditionary Force may be sent oversea before half the period of training of the Territorial Force has been completed?

Colonel SEELY

I cannot undertake within the limits of an answer to a question to deal with a hypothetical point raised on a matter of general policy.

Mr. LEE

Will the right hon. Gentleman deal with it in the Debate?

Colonel SEELY

Certainly; that is the time that will be most convenient for the House.

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