§ Colonel WEDGWOODasked the Secretary of State for Air whether Leading Air-mechanic Daniel Mahoney, No. 62,750, of the 37th squadron, Royal Air Force, now in India, volunteered for service in February, 1916; whether he was sent to India from France without leave; and whether he will look into this man's claims for pay and leave?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLI cannot discover that this man volunteered for service in February, 1916. He enlisted on 27th 2403W February, 1917, for four years' Colour service and four years' Reserve service. He did not receive leave prior to proceeding to India as the squadron with which he was serving proceeded direct to India from France. He will be granted the leave to which he is entitled on his return from India. With regard to the third part of the question, this man's pay is issued by the Government of India, and inquiries as to pay should therefore be addressed to the India Office.