HC Deb 28 July 1915 vol 73 c2251
11. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether on 14th July there was a field day from Wensley Camp; whether the troops went through meadows and even oats and wheat; and, if so, whether he will see that during such military mano⅓uvres growing food-stuffs will be respected?

Mr. TENNANT

I have not had any report of the circumstances of this case, but adequate, and indeed minute, instructions have been issued for the protection of crops and seeds. I will send my hon. Friend a copy of these instructions.

Mr. HOGGE

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that I am giving him an actual case in which the troops did cross a field of growing oats and wheat?

Mr. TENNANT

Of course inquiry will be made. Perhaps my hon. Friend will be good enough to furnish me with particulars

Mr. WATT

Is compensation paid by the War Office in cases such as this?

Mr. TENNANT

Yes, Sir, always.