HC Deb 31 March 1930 vol 237 cc895-6
66. Sir W. DAVISON

asked the Secretary of State for War whether in future it will be illegal for cadet units to wear military uniform?

The SECRETARY of STATE for WAR (Mr. T. Shaw)

The wearing of military uniform by cadet corps will not be allowed after the camps arranged for this year.

Sir W. DAVISON

Does not the right hon. Gentleman think that is a very unfortunate decision, and that it will have the effect of discouraging recruiting?

Lieut.-Colonel HENEAGE

Will these units be allowed to wear out the uniforms which they now have?

Mr. SHAW

As long as the uniforms do not contain the badges of the Service, perhaps arrangements may be made.

Mr. MACQUISTEN

Can they wear kilts?

Mr. ANNESLEY SOMERVILLE

Will the cadet corps be allowed to have the use of military equipment for their camps this year?

Mr. SHAW

After this year, the intention of the House—[HON. MEMBERS: "No!"]—the decision of the House was that these corps should cease to be semi-military in character.

Mr. BRACKEN

Will any refund be made to boys who, out of their small means, have bought their own uniforms?

Sir W. DAVISON

Will these corps be allowed to wear these uniforms, if the uniforms are provided at their own expense or by others?

Mr. SHAW

These corps will be in exactly the same position as any other private individual with regard to wearing the uniform of His Majesty's Forces.

Sir ARTHUR STEEL-MAITLAND

Will the corps be allowed to go on land owned by the Government for exercise?