§ Mr. SUTHERLANDasked the Under-Secretary for War what has been the result of the experiment in allowing Scottish herrings as an optional article in the dietary of German prisoners; to what camps this option has been given; and whether steps are to be taken with a view to extending the option?
§ Mr. TENNANTThe experiment in the issue of Scottish-cured herrings as an article of dietary for German prisoners of war was carried out at Dorchester Camp in March last. The commandant reported that the fish was not liked and that a large percentage of it was thrown into the refuse tubs. Experiments were made with cooking the fish and serving it with mustard sauce, but while the sauce was appreciated the fish was not consumed. The English method of cooking was not liked. In the circumstances, and for disciplinary reasons represented by the commandant, it was decided to discontinue the issue of these herrings.