§ 28. Major Beamishasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what response has been obtained to the proposals to Colonial Governments in the Caribbean area for the establishment of a force of two regular infantry battalions to be liable for service in the area; and if he will make a full statement on the matter.
§ Mr. LytteltonThe barracks in Jamaica were seriously damaged by last year's hurricane, and it was therefore necessary to reconsider the financial aspects of these proposals. I am now putting revised proposals to the Governments concerning these two battalions.
§ Major BeamishIs my right hon. Friend aware that in the days of the West Indies Regiment recruits volunteered with great enthusiasm to join a very fine force with proud traditions; and will he particularly bear in mind the possibility of reviving this force?
§ Mr. LytteltonMy hon. and gallant Friend might be interested to know that it has been decided to give a two battalion force the title of the West Indies Regiment which was disbanded.