§ 67. Mr. CHARLES DUNCANasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that the places of civilian musicians who have enlisted are being filled by Army bandsmen, thus depriving other civilian musicians of employment; whether he is aware that the band of the 1st Life Guards was engaged to play at Burnley on the 6th instant, although a dispute is in progress there and a great deal of unemployment exists; and whether, during the present crisis at all events, steps will be taken to prevent Army bandsmen in receipt of Army pay depriving civilians of their means of livelihood?
§ Mr. TENNANTNo report is available regarding the circumstances mentioned, and the Army Council have no knowledge that Army bands are depriving civilians of their means of livelihood. Perhaps the hon. Member will furnish me privately with details of any cases he has authenticated.