§ Mr. BRODIEasked the Secretary of State for War what has been the financial result of the present method of charging officers for the use of furniture in their quarters in barracks, and also in the mess; and whether all wear and tear is paid for by officers?
§ Mr. HALDANEThe rental charged is certainly not more than sufficient, on the average, to cover capital charges and the replacement of articles worn out by fair wear and tear, together with the annual replacement of breakages of crockery and glass up to 15 per cent. per annum of the total value of crockery and glassware. Ordinary wear and tear is not paid for by the officers.