§ SIR JOHN HAYasked the Secretary of State for India, Whether it has been decided to erect a lighthouse on Minikoi; and, if so, when it may be expected to be available for commerce?
THE MARQUESS OF HARTTNGTONSir, it has been decided to erect a lighthouse there under the superintendence of the Corporation of Trinity House. The work is to be begun during the present month and pushed on without delay; but I cannot say at present when it will be completed.