§ 51. Mr. BILLINGasked the Prime Minister whether he is aware that Germans disguised as British soldiers prisoners of war are fraternising with British soldiers prisoners of war, for the purpose of eliciting by conversation particulars of the movements, strength, and disposition of the units from which they have been captured; and if he will cause such publicity to be given to this latest enemy manéuvre as to put all officers and men on their guard?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONIt is not considered necessary to publish any special orders as the practice is one of common knowledge, and all troops are cautioned against revealing information if they are captured.
§ Mr. BILLINGIs it not a fact that most important information is being obtained from our men by this method, and, under these circumstances, will the hon. Gentleman issue an Army Order or give the necessary publicity, warning all troops and all ranks against this enemy act?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONAs I have stated in reply to the question, it is not considered necessary to publish any special orders.