asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether reductions are to be made in the entertainment allowances of admirals and other flag officers; and, if so, what is the percentage cut proposed?

The special reductions to be made in the emoluments of naval officers and men from the 1st October affect basic pay only and not allowances. I may add that table money is granted to flag officers to meet expenses which their duties unavoidably impose upon them and that it is now paid at pre-War rates.

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that this reduction was recommended as far back as the Geddes Committee, and in these times, as an example of economy, could not something be done to cut down certain table allowances?

That has already been cut down.

Is the right hon. Gentleman correct in saying that the cut takes place as from the 1st October?

This has nothing to do with the cut. It is a question about table allowances, and we made a cut long ago, and they are now at pre-War rates.