§ 21. Brigadier-General BROOKEasked the Secretary of State for War who is responsible for the inspection, the training, and the administration of the garrison of Aden; whether the artillery is armed with mobile or immobile guns and, if with the former, whether they have any means of traction; to what Vote is the cost of the garrison debited; and who deals with the amount so debited?
§ Captain KINGUnder present arrangements, which are now under review, India is responsible for the inspection, training and administration of the garrison of Aden and the cost is borne by Indian revenues, subject to a contribution from Army funds. The information regarding the artillery armament at this station, for which my hon. and gallant Friend asks, covers details of defence which it would be contrary to the public interest to disclose.