HC Deb 27 March 1917 vol 92 c181
54. General IVOR PHILIPPS

asked the hon. Member for Sheffield (Central Division) what steps are being taken to set up a Committee of Members of this House to inquire into the organisation and methods of the Central Prisoners of War Committee; what will be the organisation of such Committee; and when will it be appointed?

Mr. HOPE

Steps have already been taken to set up an informal Committee of Members of both Houses to inquire into this subject. I have undertaken to bring certain representations in favour of a more formal inquiry to the attention of the Leader of the House, to whom I would suggest that my hon. and gallant Friend should address a question on this matter on Thursday.

Sir J. AINSWORTH

Can the hon. Gentleman say how soon he expects to be able to give some further information as to the treatment of the prisoners and what can be done for them?

Mr. HOPE

I am sorry that I do not quite catch the purpose of my hon. Friend's question.

General IVOR PHILIPPS

When does the hon. Gentleman expect to be able to give the list of the members?

Mr. HOPE

That entirely depends upon whether those first asked accept the invitation.