HC Deb 01 July 1919 vol 117 cc749-50
20. Colonel BURN

asked the Secretary of State for War if he will favourably consider the cases of officers and non-com- missioned officers who, through no fault of their own, were made prisoners by our enemies, and who have in consequence suffered as regards promotion?

Captain GUEST

Officers who, through no fault of their own, were made prisoners by the enemy have been considered for promotion, and where eligible have been promoted. As regards non-commissioned officers, the question is under consideration.

Colonel ASHLEY

Why should there be different treatment for commissioned and non-commissioned officers?

Captain GUEST

I am not in a position to answer the question.