§ 46. Sir HENRY CRAIKasked whether His Majesty's Government can hold out any hopes of the recognition as part of the military forces of the Crown for Home defence of bodies of men above the age accepted for enlistment, many of whom have acquired some training at their own expense, are willing to pay the cost of their equipment, and are anxious to serve in any capacity in which they can be useful under the direction of the military authorities?
§ The PRIME MINISTERThe Central Association Volunteer Training Corps, which has taken up this matter in a thoroughly practical manner, has been recognised by the Government for this purpose. Local bodies of the character referred to in the question should affiliate themselves to it—which may be done without charge—in order that suitable assistance and supervision may be given to local efforts of this nature.
§ Sir H. CRAIKIn that case will the advantage of inspection by military authorities be given?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI think so. Yes.