HC Deb 19 November 1918 vol 110 c3345
Captain C. CRAIG (by Private Notice)

asked the hon. Member for the Central Division of Sheffield whether it is proposed to institute an inquiry into the administration of the Prisoners of War Department?

Mr. JAMES HOPE (Lord of the Treasury)

All I know of this matter is that the head of the Department, Lord Newton, would himself welcome such an inquiry as is suggested.

Captain CRAIG

May I ask whether, if any such inquiry is instituted, the terms of reference will be made wide enough to enable it to inquire into the conduct of all officials and departments who had to do with prisoners of war?

Mr. HOPE

It is not possible for me to answer a question such as that without notice.