5. Dr. Bennettasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Defence what will be the regulations for the wearing of uniform by officers and men of Her Majesty's Armed Forces, both active and retired, when attending the Coronation of Her Majesty next year.
§ Mr. BirchThe Earl Marshal's Regulations about the wearing of uniform in the Abbey at the Coronation Ceremony were published in yesterday's London Gazette. The Service Departments will promulgate the dress for those taking part in the procession as soon as possible.
Dr. BennettCan my hon. Friend indicate whether some of the more decorative but now no longer valid uniforms, such as full dress, the frock coat and sword and so on, are likely to be regarded as uniform for those taking part in the Coronation other than in the procession?
§ Mr. BirchI think that if my hon. Friend reads the Earl Marshal's Regulations he will see that they can be worn in the Abbey.
§ Mr. ShinwellIs it intended that the men of the Army who will line the streets through which the procession passes will wear No. 1 dress on that occasion?
§ Mr. BirchI hope there will be a comprehensive statement fairly soon. There are a lot of matters of detail about different regiments and so on, and it is thought better to issue all the orders and regulations at the same time. Perhaps the right hon. Gentleman will await them.