§ 11. Mr. WILLIAM NICHOLSONasked whether on the arrival of the 15th Hussars at Longmoor on their return from the Cape, it was found that sufficient accommodation had not been provided for the married people; whether he is aware that some of the families were sent on to Bordon Camp, where it was found that quarters could only be provided for them by turning out the families of soldiers who had married off the strength; and if he can state whether any attempt has been made to provide accommodation for the families that were displaced?
§ Colonel SEELYSoldiers married off the strength are not entitled to quarters, and are only granted them as an indulgence when they are not required for the accommodation of married soldiers, who are entitled to them.
§ Mr. NICHOLSONWere these people turned out at very short notice on a very wet day?
§ Colonel SEELYI hope that was not the case, but I will inquire. I know some inconvenience was caused, and must be caused, when troops are brought home, and, as in this case, there is not too much accommodation owing to the increase of the garrisons in this country.
§ Major ARCHER-SHEEWill the right hon. Gentleman find out if any notice was given to these families that they would be turned out?
§ Colonel SEELYI will certainly inquire.