§ 18. Mr. NEEDHAMasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether, being in possession of the views of the Army Council, he is conferring with the Dominion Prime Ministers on the subject of issuing a medal or ribbon to the troops who took part in the Gallipoli operations; and whether he can make a statement thereon?
§ The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for the COLONIES (Mr. Hewins)The matter is being considered at the Imperial 1028 War Conference. I am not, however, in a position to make any statement at present.
§ Mr. NEEDHAMIs the hon. Gentleman aware of the very widespread interest taken in this question by the people of this country, who are concerned as to the issue of it?
§ Mr. HEWINSI am aware of the interest taken in the question, but the matter is being considered by the Imperial War Conference.