§ Mr. GLANVILLEasked the Secretary of State for War what are the conditions governing the grant of the Order of the British Empire, Military Division; whether it is reserved for cases of gallantry in the field; and, if so, since when has it been so reserved?
§ Sir L. WORTHINGTON-EVANSAwards were made from the Military Division of the British Empire Order290W during the late War for acts presenting elements of gallantry, as well as for any important military services rendered in connection with the War. It was not reserved for cases of gallantry in the field, and was not, in fact, considered suitable for rewarding acts of gallantry under fire. War awards from this Division were discontinued, as regards most theatres, by Army Order 433 of 1919. The question of appointments to the Military Division in peace time is now under consideration.