HC Deb 18 July 1916 vol 84 cc826-7
10. Colonel YATE

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will consider the question of granting the temporary rank of major to captains of the Royal Engineers of fifteen years' service and upwards who are now commanding field companies?

Mr. FORSTER

Yes, Sir; I can say that this question is being considered.

Colonel YATE

Will the hon. Gentleman let me know the result of that consideration?

Mr. FORSTER

Certainly.