HC Deb 17 February 1931 vol 248 c1033
2. Sir PATRICK FORD

asked the Secretary of State for War why the sentries have been withdrawn from the Royal Palace of Holyrood House; and, in view of the fact that, with the exception of a brief period there has been a military guard there ever since the building has been a royal residence, can he give any assurance that immediate steps will be taken to restore this ancient privilege and right?

Mr. SHAW

I am inquiring into this question personally, but am not in a position to announce a decision at the moment. Perhaps the hon. Member will be good enough to put his question down again a little later.

Mr. MATHERS

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that there is strong resentment in Edinburgh against what appears to be a lowering of the status of this ancient Royal residence?

Forward to