HC Deb 18 February 1919 vol 112 c734
42. Lieutenant-Colonel Sir J. NORTON GRIFFITHS

asked the Financial Secretary to the War Office, whether dental officers are treated differently to medical or any other officers inasmuch as they are allowed no gratuities whatsoever; and, if so, will he state why this inequality exists?

Captain GUEST

There is no provision for any gratuity in the contract of service of these officers; but an announcement is about to be made which I hope will be satisfactory to my hon. and gallant friend.

Sir F. HALL

Does that mean that something is to be granted to them?

Captain GUEST

It has the appearance of that.

An HON. MEMBER

Can the right hon. Gentleman give a promise that he will make it retrospective?

Captain GUEST

I must have notice of that.