§ 51. Sir A. KNOXasked the Secretary of State for War what steps he proposes to take to improve recruiting for the Regular Army?
Mr. COOPERA great many steps have already been taken with this object in view and many more are now under consideration. My hon. and gallant Friend will not expect me to give a complete list of these in reply to a question.
§ Sir A. KNOXHas the right hon. Gentleman any confidence that he will be able to goad the Cabinet into taking action in time?
§ Mr. SHINWELLWill the right hon. Gentleman not take the House into his confidence on this question of recruiting?
Mr. COOPERI really do not know what the hon. Member means by taking the House into my confidence at Question Time. I have answered the question, and I have nothing to add.
§ Mr. SHINWELLAs the right hon. Gentleman has made certain veiled references to the subject of further steps that may be required to be undertaken, will he not take the House into his confidence and tell us exactly what he has in mind?
Mr. COOPERI have not made any veiled references. I have said that certain proposals. I have said that certain proposals to encourage men to join the Army are now under consideration, and I hope to be able to give a full statement with regard to them in the near future.