§ 34. Colonel Gomme-Duncanasked the Secretary of State for War if officers of the Army, in accordance with long-established custom, are still permitted to wear out superseded items of uniform in their possession.
§ Mr. J. FreemanYes, Sir, generally speaking officers are still permitted to 16 wear out superseded items of uniform except for prewar full dress and mess dress.
§ Colonel Gomme-DuncanCan the hon. Gentleman say why this long-standing custom in the Army has been washed out in the case of mess kit?
§ Mr. FreemanBecause my right hon. Friend and the Army Council decided that it was a wise move.
§ Colonel Gomme-DuncanYes, but what does the right hon. Gentleman know about it?