HC Deb 06 May 1915 vol 71 c1261
70. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War when the inquiry into the affairs of the Empire Battalion is to be held and where; what are the terms of reference; whether the inquiry will be public; and who are being asked to give evidence?

Mr. TENNANT

As already announced, the Court of Inquiry will hold its first public sitting in Westminster Hall on Monday, 10th May. I will send my hon. Friend a copy of the terms of reference if he so desires. The inquiry will be in public. The question as to who shall be called to give evidence is left to the discretion of the Court.

Mr. HOGGE

Is my right hon. Friend aware that the only public charges were made by myself in this House, and that I have had no information at all about this inquiry, and that I am not asked to appear?

Mr. TENNANT

I think my hon. Friend is rather prematurely distressed.

Mr. HOGGE

In view of the very unsatisfactory reply, and of the fact that the Court meets on Monday, and that it is public matter of urgency, I beg to give notice that I shall raise the matter on the Adjournment to-night.