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Senior Officers (Salutes)

Volume 487: debated on Wednesday 9 May 1951

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47.

asked the Minister of Defence how a senior officer when wearing civilian clothes, should acknowledge salutes at a march-past and on other occasions.

If such an occasion arose, it would be customary for the officer to remove his hat and stand to attention.

In case there should be any misunderstanding in this matter, would the Minister see that his answer is given adequate publicity?

If I do not give it publicity, I am certain that there are hon. Members on the other side who will.