§ Mr. E. Smithasked the Secretary of State for War if he will see that the 6d. increase made in the men's pay is extended to boys or young men who are serving in the Army.
§ Mr. EdenThe considerations governing the grant of war pay to soldiers are not considered to apply to enlisted boys, and it is not proposed to extend the emolument to them. They will become entitled to war pay when they reach the age of 17½ years (or thereafter) on their qualifying as tradesmen, or, in any case, at the age of 18 years.