§ 20. Mr. W. THORNEasked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that Messrs. Jackson, Government contractors, are building huts at Burford Camp, Wilts, for the Colonial contingent, and that, of about 1,000 employed, part of the men, about 400 at least, are crowded into one building, no beds provided, and insufficient sanitary accommodation; and whether he will send down one of the inspectors to inquire into the matter?
§ The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the WAR OFFICE (Mr. H. Baker)This firm is building huts at Bulford Camp on behalf of the War Office, but is responsible for the housing of the men employed. I understand that my right hon. Friend the President of the Local Government Board will send an inspector to inquire into the matter.