HC Deb 06 February 1934 vol 285 cc965-6
43. Captain WATT

asked the Financial Secretary to the War Office when the 4th Battalion of the King's Own Scottish Borderers was last commanded by a Territorial?

Mr. COOPER

The 4th Battalion the King's Own Scottish Borderers was commanded by a Territorial Officer from January, 1929, to January, 1934. The present commanding officer was a major of the unit from 1929 to January last.

Brigadier-General NATION

Is it not the case that Territorial officers are always selected for the command of their own units provided that they are suitable and qualified?

Mr. COOPER

Yes, Sir.