To ask the Secretary of State for War whether he can state the average price paid by the War Office for khaki tunics and hand-made soldiers' gloves during the South African war, also the price being paid for the same articles at the present time.

It is not clear from the hon. Member's question what particular information he desires, as the tunics issued during the war varied considerably in material and in prices. If the hon. Member would kindly call at the War Office, I will see that he obtains all the information that can legitimately be given, in view of the fact that prices are confidential.