§ 20. Mr. Lowasked The Secretary of State for War what was the volunteer strength of the Territorial Army on 31st August and 30th September respectively.
§ Mr. StracheyThe volunteer strength of the Territorial Army, including the Women's Services, on 31st August was 10,570 officers and 79,047 other ranks. On 30th September it was 10,565 officers and 79,913 other ranks.
§ Mr. LowIn view of the continued shortage in many units of the Territorial Army, is the right hon. Gentleman considering any steps which he ought to take to fill the gaps which must remain during the next two years?
§ Mr. StracheyWe attach great importance, of course, to volunteer recruiting for the Territorial Army. Early next year the flow of National Service men into the Territorials will, of course, be resumed.
§ Mr. LowIt is one thing to attach great importance, but it is another thing to do something. Will the right hon. Gentleman do something about it?