§ 12. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Mooreasked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that mechanical transport instructors in the Auxiliary Territorial Service hold the same rank and receive the same pay as the latest-joined recruit whom they instruct; and whether he will reconsider this system, which is not good for discipline or fair to the instructors?
§ Captain MargessonInstructors at the training centre for motor transport companies of the Auxiliary Territorial Service are either section-leaders or sub-leaders. In addition, a certain number of drivers, some of whom may be chief volunteers, may act as assistant instructors. I am not aware that this system gives rise to any difficulties in practice.
§ Sir T. MooreIs my right hon. and gallant Friend not aware that it is contrary to all precedent and usage to have instructors and recruits on the same basis both of rank and of pay, as is the case in this Service?
§ Captain MargessonOn the figures I have, I do not think there are many in that position. As I said, I am not aware that any difficulties have arisen.