§ 8. Mr. J. E. DAVISONasked the Secretary of State for War whether he will take steps to give effect to the speedy demobilisation and discharge from the Army of men who enlisted prior to January, 1916, and who are over thirty-seven years of age; whether he is aware that many of these men are assured of situations in civil life; and what reason exists for their retention by the military authorities?
Captain GUESTThe necessary orders have already been issued, and the men referred to are being demobilised as rapidly as the exigencies of the Service and transportation facilities permit.