asked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that officers in Territorial units are in many cases having to pay £100, or more, in providing themselves with uniform and kit; and whether he will have directions sent to Territorial units that unnecessary articles of kit, such as mess kit, are not part of the essential equipment for an officer?

All units have recently been informed of the names of various firms in various areas from whom they can obtain uniform at a reasonable price. The regulations state what articles of uniform an officer is required to provide, and that the provision of mess dress is optional.