§ 92. Mr. M. Stewartasked the Secretary of State for War what inquiries he is making into the discipline and conditions of life in the Boys' Battalion at Plumer Barracks, Plymouth; and whether, on the conclusion of such inquiries, he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HeadI am extremely concerned that such an incident should have taken place.
Immediately after it occurred, inquiries were made and certain steps were taken. As the hon. Member will appreciate, the inquiries which were begun before the accused boys were charged were suspended while the case was sub judice, and I shall not be in a position to decide finally about further action until a record of the evidence in the civil court becomes available. I am awaiting this record. As soon as I have studied it, I shall decide what further inquiry or action is necessary and the form it should take.