50. Major NEWMANasked the Prime Minister whether, having regard to the many thousands of decorations which are being conferred for public service, sometimes of an inconspicuous and temporary character, he will recommend to the 343 proper authority that the French precedent be adopted and faithful and continuous service to the private individual or firm should entitle the giver of such service to decoration or other mark of recognition from the State?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWThe answer is in the negative.