Mr. Vaneasked the Secretary of State for War for what reason the German prisoners recently quartered at Greystoke were moved to Hornby Hall, Westmorland; what was the cost of construction of the new camp at Hornby Hall; and why public money was spent for this purpose when nearby military camps at Lowther and Carleton were unoccupied.
§ Mr. LawsonThese prisoners of war were held in temporary accommodation at Greystoke, while their original tented camp at Hornby Hall was being adapted for use during the winter months. The cost of this work was £1,200. I am informed that the camps at Lowther and Carleton were occupied at the time; they are required for further military commitments.