33. Mr. Creech Jonesasked the Secretary of State for War whether he has any further statement to make regarding the education scheme in the Army; whether any funds are available; and what kind of machinery has been adopted for the working of the scheme?
§ Mr. StanleyI have nothing to add at present to the statement which I made in introducing Army Estimates. The Committee to which I referred has not yet submitted its report, but I hope to receive it very shortly.
§ Sir W. DavisonCan my right hon. Friend say what arrangements have been 17 made for teaching the troops French, as it is very important?
§ Mr. ThorneAre the soldiers to be educated as to the cause of the war?
§ Mr. StanleyA number of people have already volunteered, and certain hon. Members of this House have, I know, given addresses on that subject. If the hon. Gentleman would like to join them, he should communicate with me.
§ Mr. ThorneIf my education was what it ought to have been, I would willingly.