§ 5. Sir G. Foxasked the Secretary of State for War for what purpose Clifton Heath and the adjoining wood are still requisitioned by his Department; what rent is being paid for this land; how the game which is shot by members of his Department is disposed of; and what is the percentage and value of the game credited to his Department.
§ Mr. BellengerThe Royal Engineer dump at Clifton Heath and the adjoining wood has now been cleared and, subject to the usual procedure, the land will be derequisitioned. The rental compensation paid is £10 12s. 6d. a year. I am not188W aware that members of my Department have shot over this land but if the hon and gallant Member has any detailed evidence I will investigate the matter.