36. EARL of RONALDSHAYasked, if the new third-line formations of the Territorial Force (Infantry) are to be constituted as depots; if orders have been 167 issued that the depot to be thus formed for the 4th and 2/4th Territorial battalions of the Yorkshire Regiment is to be encamped with the 2/4th battalion at or near Newcastle if so, what are the reasons for forming the third-line depot at a place outside of and remote from their recruiting area instead of at the Territorial headquarters; and has due consideration been given to the adverse effect which such a proceeding will have upon recruiting?
§ Mr. TENNANTInstructions have been issued for the third-line formations of the Territorial Force to be constituted as depots and stationed at their peace headquarters. In the case referred to by the Noble Lord the General Officer Commanding reports that he gave the order as a temporary measure pending further arrangements.