§ Mr. WILLIAM THORNEasked the Secretary of State for War if he is aware that Corporal O'Leary, of the 3rd Battalion King's Own Regiment, stationed at Brackenbir Moor, Westmoreland, has been a prisoner in open arrest upon a charge described by the adjutant as bordering on the lines of sedition; 'whether he is aware that the offence consisted of stating an opinion that married private soldiers in the Army should express dissatisfaction with their present remuneration, and should seek to obtain separation allowance to maintain their wives and families during the period of annual training; if he is aware that Corporal O'Leary was reduced from the rank 50W of lance-sergeant in 1910 for the offence of insolence; that such insolence consisted of asking for a sum of money to which he was justly entitled and discussing political subjects; whether the court-martial has been held, if so, what was the result, and whether Corporal O'Leary had the opportunity of being heard for the defence?
§ Colonel SEELYI am inquiring into this case and will let the hon. Member know the result in due course.