§ 18. Major NALLasked the Secretary of State for War, whether his statement at the last meeting of County Association representatives that the command of units in the Territorial Army will be given only to officers who have commanded a unit with distinction in the field bars officers who have served with distinction in subordinate ranks and are next in seniority for command; and what is the correct interpretation of the War Office intentions as to the appointment of Territorial officers to command Territorial units?
§ Sir A. WILLIAMSONThe Travelling Board, which my right hon. Friend promised, has been engaged during the past fortnight in examining the recommendations for appointments to the command of units put forward by County Associations in conjunction with the General Officers Commanding the Commands. The Board, with the assistance of a representative of the County Association concerned and the Divisional Commanders, is investigating every case. The claims of all officers are being considered according to their seniority and confidential reports.
§ Major NALLWill men who have been second in command in the War have a chance of commanding now?
§ Sir A. WILLIAMSONYes, Sir, I have said so.