§ 23. Mr. Thorneasked the Secretary of State for War what rations are supplied to the German prisoners of war, either daily or weekly; whether prisoners have made any complaints about the bread; and whether the rations are in accordance with the provisions of the International Convention of 1929?
§ Mr. StanleyIn accordance with the previsions of the International Convention, 1929, German prisoners of war are supplied daily with the same rations as British troops at home. No complaints about the bread have been received, but the prisoners have expressed a preference for rye bread, for the provision of which arrangements are being made.
§ Mr. ThorneDoes the right hon. Gentleman not think that this is useful information which can be given to the enemy?
§ Mr. StanleyCertainly, it is information which can be given to the enemy.