HC Deb 18 November 1914 vol 68 c424
48. Mr. FALLE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War if any provision has been made for supplying our troops at the front with sheepskin or other fur or skin jackets for the winter?

Mr. TENNANT

Yes, sir. As I stated yesterday, in reply to the hon. Member for East Edinburgh, large quantities of fur greatcoats and jackets have been and are being sent to the troops.

Mr. FALLE

Is there a sufficient number for the troops now at the front?

Mr. TENNANT

You cannot send 200,000 fur-lined coats all at once. Those in greatest need are first supplied, and we hope eventually to be able to supply them all.