HC Deb 15 March 1915 vol 70 cc1741-2
48. Sir J. LONSDALE

asked the Prime Minister if any Report has been received from the Committee dealing with the civil employment of the ex-soldier; and if the Report of Sir Edward Ward's Committee on the subject of industrial education and employment of discharged soldiers is to be issued, either in conjunction with the Report of Sir Matthew Nathan's Committee or separately?

Mr. TENNANT

No, Sir. Sir M. Nathan's Committee has not yet reported. The intention is to issue the Report of Sir Edward Ward's Committee and that of Sir M. Nathan's Committee together.

Sir J. LONSDALE

Can the right hon. Gentleman say when Sir Edward Ward's Report will be issued, and is he aware that more than a year ago the Prime Minister stated in this House that Sir Edward's Report could be expected immediately?

Mr. TENNANT

I was not aware of that fact. The intention being to issue the two together, we must wait until the latest is ready for publication.

Colonel YATE

May I ask when it is expected that Sir Matthew Nathan's Committee will report?

Mr. TENNANT

Of course I cannot answer the question.