HC Deb 28 November 1917 vol 99 cc1989-90
10. Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKE

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he has had under consideration the question of including in the list of Civil servants honoured by His Majesty the King for war services the officers and men employed in His Majesty's dockyards; and if he can make any statement to the House on the subject?

Dr. MACNAMARA

Officers and men employed in His Majesty's dockyards are equally eligible with other servants of the State for appointment to the Order of the British Empire or award of the Medal of that Order, in recognition of their services in connection with the War. I can assure my hon. Friend that when the time comes for recognising the excellent work done by the civil staff serving under the Admiralty during the War, the exceedingly important services rendered by the staff of the dockyards will, of course, not be overlooked.

Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKE

Can the right hon. Gentleman say when that time will come?

Dr. MACNAMARA

I am afraid I cannot answer offhand, except to say that steps are being taken to see that due recognition is given to these men.

Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKE

Can the right hon. Gentleman say how many of their names appeared in the last list?

Dr. MACNAMARA

I do not think it included any of our employés, but it must not be concluded from that they will be overlooked.