HC Deb 09 May 1927 vol 206 cc12-3
17. Mr. KELLY

asked the Under-Secretary of State for India whether any proposals are being considered for recruiting among the Anglo-Indian community for the Army in India; whether it is proposed to pay Anglo-Indians at the same rate as British soldiers; and, if not, whether he can state the reason for the decision in peace time which did not hold during the War?

Earl WINTERTON

The position of Anglo-Indians as regards admission to the various branches of the Army in India still forms the subject of correspondence between my Noble Friend and the Government of India. I regret therefore that I am not in a position to make any announcement on the subject at the present time.

Mr. KELLY

May I ask when the Under-Secretary will be prepared to give an answer?

Earl WINTERTON

I regret that cannot give the hon. Member any indication. Perhaps he will renew his question in about a month's time. Full and sympathetic consideration is being given to this very difficult matter.