§ Mr. RAWLINS0Nasked the Secretary of State for War whether aeroplanes are taking little or no part in the military operations in Ireland; whether their assistance would be valuable in discovering and, if necessary, breaking up ambushes; whether there is any order or regulation which hampers their use for such purposes; and whether the military authorities have full control over the use of the aeroplanes?
§ Sir L. WORTHINGTON-EVANSThe aircraft in Ireland is employed in carrying out important work in connection with military operations. Their value in dealing with ambushes is fully realised by the Commander-in-Chief, and when it is considered advisable to employ them in this way they are so utilised. The military authorities have full control over the use of aeroplanes.