Lieut.-Colonel ARTHUR MURRAYasked the Pensions Minister whether he is aware that the houses for limbless soldiers in Queen's Gate are for several 1803W reasons unsuitable for their purpose; whether it is proposed at an early date to obtain more suitable premises; whether he is aware that the Shakespeare hut in Keppel Street, Bloomsbury Square, is shortly to be vacated by the New Zealand Young Men's Christian Association; and will he make inquiries with a view to taking over the hut as a hostel for limbless soldiers?
Sir L. WORTHIGTON-EVANSI am not aware of the fact stated. I have had no complaints from the men, and many expressions of approval. The hostel is situated within easy reach of Kensington Gardens, and the garden of the Natural History Museum is within 200 yards. The Natural History and the Victoria and Albert Museums prove great attractions to the men, and the facilities by 'bus and rail are all that can be desired. I will make inquiries with regard to the possibility of using the Shakespeare hut in Keppel Street.