HC Deb 25 February 1936 vol 309 c240
40. Mr. T. COOK

asked the Secretary of State for War what arrangements are being made to prevent horses becoming the property of natives, in the case of mounted troops in Egypt which may be mechanised?

Mr. COOPER

I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer which was given yesterday to similar questions by my hon. Friends the Members for Reigate (Mr. Touche) and Islington, North (Colonel Goodman).

Lord APSLEY

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware of the very small establishments on which these regiments are working and, in view of the fact that horses may at any time be required for operation in areas where mechanical vehicles cannot be used, will he consider redrafting these horses to units not mechanised?

Mr. COOPER

That will be considered.

Mr. HARDIE

To whom do the horses belong?

Mr. COOPER

They belong to the Government.