HC Deb 25 March 1919 vol 114 c208
34. Major M'LEAN

asked the Secretary of State for War if the applications of Territorial and temporary officers for Regular commissions are being considered; if so, will previous war service be taken into account in deciding seniority; and could the gazette be hastened of successful applicants?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The matter is at present being considered by the Army Council, and I am not yet in a position to make a statement on the subject. My hon. and gallant Friend's suggestion that previous service should be taken into account in deciding seniority is being borne in mind.

35. Major M'LEAN

asked if the gratuity to temporary and Territorial officers granted Regular commissions will be as for Regular officers though, service during the War was as a Territorial officer?

Mr. FORSTER

I would refer my hon. and gallant Friend to the answer given yesterday to my hon. Friend the Member for Wirrall. The answer is in the affirmative, as laid down in Army Order 85 of 11th February.