§ MR. QUILTER (Suffolk, South)asked the Secretary of State for War, Whether he is aware that the beach in the vicinity of Shinglestreet, in Hollesley Bay, Suffolk, is peculiarly well adapted for the landing of a hostile expedition, having deep water alongside and being undefended except by Martello towers; and if he will take the necessary steps to establish a telegraph office in the immediate neighbourhood, the nearest available one at present being Woodbridge, 10 miles distant?
§ THE SECRETARY OF STATE (Mr. E. STANHOPE) (Lincolnshire, Horncastle)The locality referred to is fully recognized as a possible landing place; and in the scheme for the defence of the country provision is made for its being duly watched. In time of emergency communication will be established with the nearest military centre.