HC Deb 23 February 1916 vol 80 cc672-3
18. Mr. HOGGE

asked whether a soldier who has purchased his discharge, but who would have been serving now had he not done so, will be obliged to attest under the Military Service Act; and, if so, will his purchase money be refunded?

Mr. TENNANT

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative, and to the latter that half of the purchase money will be refunded.

Mr. HOGGE

Do I understand my right hon. Friend to say only part of it?

Mr. TENNANT

Yes, half.