§ 35. Sir Herbert Williamsasked the Secretary of State for War whether his attention has been called to the submission by an officer to the Northampton Borough Bench, on 19th February, to the effect that the court was not competent to deal with the case of a soldier charged with driving an Army lorry dangerously; and 353 whether the action of the officer was in accordance with existing Army Regulations?
§ Captain MargessonI have seen a newspaper report of the case. There is no doubt that civil courts are competent to deal with such a case, and a submission made to the contrary effect would be wrong.
§ Sir H. WilliamsWill that be conveyed in due course to the officers concerned?
§ Captain MargessonYes, Sir; I am taking the necessary steps.