HC Deb 01 March 1916 vol 80 cc1046-7
26. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War what are the total emoluments of the Secretary of State for War?

Mr. FORSTER

The amount issued from public funds as the emolument of the present Secretary of State for War is £6,140 per annum, being the salary of Lord Kitchener as Agent-General in Egypt, less the regulated amount issuable to the present High Commissioner.

Mr. HOGGE

Is that in addition to the £5,000 he receives as Secretary of State for War?

Mr. FORSTER

No, Sir.

Mr. COWAN

What is the period of the Secretary of State for War's appointment as Commander-in-Chief—for the period of the War, or for a period of years?

Mr. FORSTER

I cannot undertake to answer that question. I shall require notice.

Mr. WATT

Does the salary remain the same although the duties have been reduced?