HC Deb 24 April 1923 vol 163 cc257-8
21. Mr. CHARLES CROOK

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War what is the amount of compensation payable to warrant officers, Class 2, in the Army Educational Corps, who, on completion of eight years service from the date of confirmation in their appointments, are now compelled to accept the abrogation of their rights of promotion to warrant officer, Class 1?

Mr. GWYNNE

Under the Royal Warrant published as Army Order 54 of 1923 the amount in question is £35.

Mr. CROOK

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that there has been a distinct breach of faith to these officers preventing them applying for their pensions when they thought they were going to receive generous compensation?

Mr. GWYNNE

That may be a matter of opinion. I do not think that the hon. Member is right in saying that there has been a breach of faith. These men still remain on.