HC Deb 04 June 1919 vol 116 c1982
11. Viscount CURZON

asked what are the intentions of the Admiralty with regard to the length of foreign service commissions; and whether it is intended to grant any leave prior to departure for foreign service?

Dr. MACNAMARA

With regard to the first part of my hon. and gallant Friend's question, it was definitely decided before the War that three-year commissions on foreign service should be reverted to. I understand that there is no intention of changing this policy now.

With regard to the second part of the question, ten days' leave is usually given, when practicable, prior to departure for foreign service.