HC Deb 12 April 1938 vol 334 cc904-5
9. Wing-Commander James

asked the Secretary of State for War whether the Army and Air Force Courts Martial Committee has held any meetings; and what steps are being taken to ensure that the evidence received by the committee shall be comprehensive?

Sir V. Warrender

As regards the first part of the question, the committee has already held two meetings. As regards the second part, I understand that the committee is anxious to obtain all shades of opinion. Any person wishing to produce suggestions for the improvement of the courts-martial system should write direct to the Secretary of the committee at the War Office. Whilst all constructive proposals will be welcome, I would remind hon. Members that the committee is not concerned to review individual cases.

Lieut.-Commander Fletcher

Is the committee taking any steps to obtain evi- dence regarding courts-martial procedure in other countries?

Sir V. Warrender

I would rather like to have notice of that question.