§ CAPTAIN DONELAN (Cork, E.)I beg to ask the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is aware that in ships of the "Majestic" class the ship's office is half way forward on the lower deck, in bad light, and a considerable distance from any sentry's post; and whether, in view of the desirability of safeguarding the public money and ship's records, steps will be taken to select a more appropriate site.
THE FIRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY (Mr. GOSCHEN, St. George's,588 Hanover Square) The ship's office in the "Majestic" class is not on the lower deck. It is on the main deck, at a considerable height above water, and in a good position for light and ventilation. The office is situated immediately before the officers' cabins. The safeguarding of public money and ships' records is not prejudiced by the present position of the office.
§ CAPTAIN DONELANHave any representations been received by the Admiralty in regard to this matter?