§ Mr. Henderson Stewartasked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware of the dissatisfaction existing in the Eighth Army at the lack of adequate welfare arrangements for the troops when they are out of the line; whether, in particular, his attention has been drawn to the serious deficiency in the supply of football boots; and what steps are being taken to meet urgently these requirements so that the high spirit and physical condition of the men may be maintained.
§ Sir J. GriggYes, Sir. I am aware that there arc shortages. Steps have been taken to remedy the position and a quantity of sports goods have been sent from this country in the past week.