§ Sir A. Knoxasked the Secretary of State for War for what reason members of the Red Cross and St. John Ambulance Brigade, who give their time voluntarily to work which has been stated to be of national importance, are compelled to bear the cost of their uniforms, amounting, in. 2091W the case of a Red Cross commandant, to £15, while members of the Women's Auxiliary Territorial Service obtain their outfit free?
§ Sir C. Cayzerasked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that a large number of young women are deterred from joining the voluntary aid detachments owing to the cost of providing themselves with uniforms; and whether, in order to encourage recruiting, he will consider the provision of free uniforms in future or an appropriate allowance?
§ Sir V. WarrenderThe conditions relating to Voluntary Aid Detachments have been under review, and it is hoped to make an announcement on the subject very shortly.