HC Deb 13 April 1918 vol 104 cc2010-1W
Colonel Sir H. GREENWOOD

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that in many cases men who have been wounded or found unfit are being discharged under paragraph 392 (XXL) of King's Regulations, i.e., on termination of engagement, instead of under paragraph 392 (XVI.); and whether, in view of the fact that this practice has the effect of making men liable for further service, he will take steps to see that in future such men are only discharged, as is their right, under paragraph 392 (XVI.)?

The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for WAR (Mr. Macpherson)

No, Sir, I am not aware that this is being done, and if my hon. and gallant Friend knows of any cases I should be glad if he would let me have the necessary particulars in order that the matter may be put right.