§ Lieut.-Colonel PICKERINGasked the Secretary of State for War if he is aware that no arrangements were made by the military authorities for the reception of the cadre of the 2nd West Riding Brigade, Royal Field Artillery, Territorial Force, on its arrival in Bradford; that no billets or rations were arranged for although the departure from Germany was delayed for fourteen days in order that arrangements might be made with the city authorities for a civic reception in Bradford; is he aware that the officers and men were dependent on the hospitality of the lord mayor for lodging until the officer commanding the cadre notified the Northern Command and the War Office of his arrival; and will he inquire into the matter?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLI have called for a report, and will write to my hon. and gallant Friend as soon as possible.