§ Mr. Shinwellasked the Secretary of State for War (1) whether he is aware that men of E Company, 13th Durham Light Infantry, stationed at Billingham, County Durham, all of whom are old soldiers, complain of excessive guard duty; that for periods of three to four days these duties prevent them from obtaining adequate rest; and will he make inquiries into these complaints;
(2) whether he is aware that men of C Company, Durham Light Infantry, stationed at Church Schools, Birtley, County Durham, all of whom are old soldiers, complain that after undertaking guard duties they are required to engage in elementary drills, which for men of 50 years of age are burdensome; and whether 1397W he will cause inquiries to be made into these complaints?
§ Mr. StanleyI have called for a report in each case and will communicate with the hon. Member as soon as possible.