HC Deb 27 April 1909 vol 4 c178
Mr. MIDDLEMORE

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether, when the reserve destroyer flotilla at the Nore leaves Sheerness for its cruise, he will give instructions for the vessel to proceed at full speed to their destination in order that their degree of reliability may be ascertained?

Mr. McKENNA

The reply to the hon. Member's question is in the negative.

Mr. MIDDLEMORE

May I ask whether these vessels can proceed at full speed, and whether they have received orders not to proceed at full speed?

Mr. McKENNA

Yes, Sir, they can proceed at full speed.

An HON MEMBER

What is the full speed?