HC Deb 10 May 1915 vol 71 cc1358-9
24. Mr. BUTCHER

asked the Prime Minister whether effect has yet been given to the announcements recently made as to the promotion of officers to substantive or temporary rank; and, if not, whether steps for this purpose will be taken without delay?

Mr. TENNANT

Arrangements are nearly complete for effect being given to the announcement which I made in the Debate of 22nd April.

Mr. BUTCHER

What will be the position of officers who are killed in action, and who are entitled to this substantive or temporary rank, and who have not yet received it?

Mr. TENNANT

The arrangements are not yet completed.

Mr. BUTCHER

I will put another question down.