HC Deb 30 October 1918 vol 110 cc1455-6
76. Mr. GILBERT

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether a man transferred to Class W of the Reserve is considered to be a civilian or a soldier?

Mr. MACPHERSON

A Reservist in Class W cannot strictly speaking be called either a soldier or a civilian, but while permitted to remain in reserve he is not subject to military discipline. He is, however, liable at any time to be recalled to the Colours for service as a soldier.