HC Deb 23 March 1920 vol 127 cc230-1
35. Colonel YATE

asked the Financial Secretary to the War Office whether the same rule has been applied to officers of the Army as was applied to officers of the Navy in the new rules for naval officers' pay published in July last laying down that officers who became due for compulsory retirement during the War, but continued to serve on the active list, would be treated as retired and called-up officers from the date when such retirement was due and would be paid accordingly, with retrospective effect to 4th August, 1919; and, if not, will he state the reason?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

It is hoped that this matter will be decided very shortly. I shall be glad if the hon. and gallant Member will put the question again immediately after Easter.

Colonel YATE

Will the right hon. Gentleman give this matter favourable consideration?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

I would not like to give an answer in advance.