HC Deb 20 March 1919 vol 113 c2236
90. Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKE

asked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that four civilians attached to the shore wireless service were asked in April, 1918, to volunteer for service in Italy under civilian conditions as to pay and privileges similar to those they were enjoying; whether these men were required to proceed from Ancona to the Bosphorus and kept on board His Majesty's ship "Cæsar" under naval routine and conditions; whether he will say why payment has not been made in accordancewith the agreement under which the men accepted this service; and will he make arrangements for them to be released by naval ratings?

Mr. ILLINGWORTH

I understand that the men referred to have been released, but the question is one that should be addressed to the Admiralty.