§ 98. Mr. Shinwellasked the Secretary of State for War whether swimming is a compulsory part of training in the Service; and why charges for admission to swimming baths and pools for instruction are not admissible against public funds.
§ Mr. J. R. H. HutchisonWhile all ranks of the Army are encouraged to learn to swim, swimming is at present a compulsory part of the training only at stations where War Department or free natural facilities are available. We have not the funds available to meet the total admission charges which would result from compulsory training everywhere.