§ 16. Mr. Eckersleyasked the Secretary of State for War how many appointments in the Regular and Territorial Armies have been awaiting confirmation by the Treasury for periods of over two months, six weeks, and one month, respectively; and whether he will consult with the Treasury with a view to securing that all appointments submitted to them by the War Office for confirmation should be dealt with within 14 days?
§ Mr. Hore-BelishaHis Majesty's Government is one and indivisible, and it would be a War Office responsibility to answer for any delays which my hon. Friend has in mind if he will specify them.