asked the Secretary of State for War how many commands exist in Great Britain; whether they are graded first- and second-class commands; and what is the status of the Scottish Com-Command?

There are now seven Commands at home. The differentiation into first and second class Commands is in abeyance during the war.

Can the right hon. Gentleman state whether the personnel acting under those in command in Scotland is equal to that enjoyed by a first-class Command, and, if not, will he, in view of the importance and varied nature of the duties performed, see that this deficiency is rectified?

Is my right hon. Friend aware that the removal of any suggestion of inferiority would be a greatly appreciated recognition of the part that this strategically important Command is playing in the present war?