HC Deb 01 March 1926 vol 192 c1030
84 Colonel DAY

asked the Secretary of State for War what provision has been made for the amusement and recreation of the Army of the Rhine following their removal to Wiesbaden?

Sir L. WORTHINGTON - EVANS

Grounds have been provided for football and hockey, and a central institute and cinema have been opened in a large building requisitioned for the purpose. Arrangements are being made for the provision of further facilities for sport, and it is hoped that eventually the opportunities for recreation and amusement in the Wiesbaden zone will compare not unfavourably with those enjoyed by the Army at Cologne.

Colonel DAY

Has a shopping centre also been provided, so that the troops can buy British goods?

Sir L. WORTHINGTON-EVANS

The Army, Navy and Air Force institutes operate there, and give considerable facilities in that direction.

Sir H. BRITTAIN

Will the right hon. Gentleman see that British films are sent to the British cinema there?