HC Deb 24 February 1916 vol 80 cc806-7
35. Sir A. MARKHAM

asked the Minister of Munitions whether he is aware that during the end of last month and the beginning of this month a number of casualties were caused on the Western frontier by rifle grenades; whether he is aware that the Germans appear to have had an unlimited supply of these grenades, while our supply was strictly Limited; and will he say when the importance of having large supplies of rifle grenades was first brought to his notice by the War Office?

Dr. ADDISON

The importance of this matter is fully appreciated, but it would be contrary to the public interest to enter into details with regard to the supply of rifle grenades.

Sir A. MARKHAM

Why have we not got enough?

Dr. ADDISON

There are a good many different kinds to be dealt with, which ought not to be considered in public discussion.