HC Deb 27 April 1920 vol 128 cc1017-8
36. Mr. C. PALMER

asked the Secretary of State for War and Air whether he could state the total cost of the cables despatched from the War Office to India, and the cabled replies from India to the War Office, in connection with the settlement of soldiers' claims?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

I regret that the records in the War Office are not kept in a form which would enable me to give this information.

Mr. PALMER

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware there is a great deal of delay, which is causing much inconvenience and discontent?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

Yes, I am aware that there has been delay, but the cable has been used when necessary.