Lieut.-Colonel PINKHAMasked the Secretary of State for War if he will explain why allowances due to officers are not paid on presentation of claims; if he is aware that the delay frequently extends for long periods, more especially in the case of officers in Egypt and Palestine; and if he will cause inquiries to be made at Cairo as to this matter?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLThe Regulations provide for payment as soon as properly certified claims are presented, and I am not1054W aware that there has been any general failure in Egypt and Palestine to pay promptly. I will have inquiry made, and if my hon. and gallant Friend has any particular cases in mind perhaps he will sent me particulars.