HC Deb 31 March 1913 vol 51 c17
32. Mr. FALLE

asked if one of His Majesty's ships is on her way to Syracuse to take the Papal legate to Malta; and if this act of courtesy is strictly in accordance with precedent?

Mr. CHURCHILL

Permission has been given for His Majesty's ship "Hussar," the Commander-in-Chief's yacht, to convey the Papal legate from Syracuse to Malta on or about 21st April. Similar facilities were given in 1905.

Mr. FALLE

May I ask if the same courtesy is extended to the heads of other religions?

Mr. CHURCHILL

This is according to precedent; and the precedent has not been established without full review of all the special circumstances of the case.