§ Mr. SHEEHANasked the Secretary of State for War what was the cost of the recent expedition of Sir John French and staff to China and Singapore; why was the same not provided for from the Indian command; had not Lord Kitchener recently covered the area visited by General French; and what was the advantage from the point of view of economy or efficiency of the French mission?
§ Mr. HALDANEThe garrisons mentioned are under the control of the Home Government, and not under that of the Government of India. The Inspector-General of the Forces was carrying out his duties as laid down by the Order in Council of 10th August, 1904; and there was no reason for asking Lord Kitchener to undertake duties which are specifically assigned to Sir John French. The cost of Sir John French's visit amounted to about £900.