§ 43. Mr. FALLEasked if the men lent by the Royal Navy to the Royal Australian Navy can allot money to their wives and children; and if the wives, etc., can obtain the separation allowance?
§ Dr. MACNAMARABy an arrangement made with the Commonwealth Government men of the Royal Navy who are lent to the Royal Australian Navy can declare allotments to relatives in England, and such allotments are paid monthly by the Admiralty on behalf of the Commonwealth. I understand that owing to the high rates of pay received by these men, it has not been considered necessary to pay separation allowance to families resident in England.
§ Dr. MACNAMARAThat is so. In consideration of higher pay they do not receive allowances. They receive allotments.