§ Mr. Ellis Smithasked the Secretary of State for War if he is aware that so-called other ranks have been warned against wearing collars and ties when walking out and while attending dances, that disciplinary action notices have been given in orders dated 10th November, 1944; and will he give instruction against undemocratic action of this kind being taken.
§ Sir J. GriggThe instructions issued by A.C.I. on 15th November contain the following
Ties may be worn when off duty in barracks, when on leave or walking out, when working in offices or when attending lectures or similar indoor instruction. They will not be worn on other occasions. Ties of other than regulation pattern are forbidden.If my hon. Friend knows of any other instructions inconsistent with these which are being enforced and if he will send me particulars I will have the matter investigated.