HC Deb 11 July 1917 vol 95 c1893
30. Mr. BYRNE

asked if any arrangements have yet been made to grant leave to the Irish soldiers who have not received any since the outbreak of war?

31. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War how often leave is given to soldiers of the French Army, and how this compares with that granted to our men; whether he has yet suggested to the Commander-in-Chief the necessity of some attempt being made to give such men leave as have not had any within the last twelve months; and, if so, what is the reply?

Mr. MACPHERSON

Transport facilities are now better, and my Noble Friend has made a proposal to the Field-Marshal Commanding-in-Chief which will, I trust, ensure that preferential leave will be given, that is, priorty of leave will he given to those who have been in France longest.