§ 38. Dr. Summerskillasked the Secretary of State for War whether, in the interests of hygiene and comfort, he will allow soldiers to dispense with the web anklets during the summer months when off duty?
§ Captain MargessonI have no reason to think that, in general, the wearing of anklets is detrimental either to the soldier's health or to his comfort, but instructions will be issued shortly permitting anklets to be dispensed with by soldiers attending a dance.
§ Dr. SummerskillWhile I thank the right hon. and gallant Gentleman for that small concession, does he not agree that on a day such as to-day soldiers, who are marching in thick socks, heavy boots and thick trousers bound round by anklets, should be given some relief from wearing these anklets apart from when they are dancing?
§ Captain MargessonMy information is that which I have given in the Answer today, but I will naturally keep my eye on the position.
§ Mr. Kirk woodGive them kilts.