HC Deb 24 July 1919 vol 118 cc1586-7W
Lieut.- Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he is prepared to take steps to stop the deduction of alleged barrack-room damages from the pay of serving soldiers, in view of the fact that great resentment is felt by the men over this system of stoppages?

Mr. FORSTER

In all cases where a barrack damage can be brought home to any individual, it is charged to that person, but in cases where this course is not possible, a general charge has to be made.