HC Deb 01 July 1908 vol 191 c776
MR. BELLAIRS

I beg to ask the Prime Minister whether he is aware that the Report stages of Vote A. and Vote 1 of the Navy Estimates were allowed to go through at a late hour of the night on 19th March as a result of an agreement that Vote 5 of the Navy Estimates would be placed first on the Order Paper at an early date; and whether he can now state in what manner he proposes to carry out this undertaking, so that the question of training of naval officers and the engine-room personnel can be adequately discussed.

MR. ASQUITH

I recognise that an intimation was given to the House that an opportunity would be afforded for the further consideration of Vote 5 of the Navy Estimates, and I am proposing to place that Vote, and Votes 14, 13, and 15 on the Order Paper next week, probably Wednesday. I am hoping that not more than half a day will be devoted to the discussion of these Navy Votes.

MR. BELLAIRS

Will the Vote be brought on immediately after the Questions as promised by the First Lord?

MR. ASQUITH

I am not acquainted with the terms of the promise, but I think it will be first.

MR. BARNES (Glasgow, Blackfriars)

Is Vote 5 to be taken on this half-day?

MR. ASQUITH

Yes, Sir. I do not think Votes 13, 14 and 15 will take much time.