§ Mr. MIDDLEMOREasked the First Lord of the Admiralty how many steam fishing trawlers have been purchased for conversion into mine sweepers; and what was the average price paid?
§ Mr. McKENNAFour steam fishing trawlers have been purchased for conversion into mine sweepers. It would not be in the public interest to give the information asked for as regards price.
§ Mr. MIDDLEMOREIs the right hon. Gentleman satisfied that the number purchased are adequate?
§ Mr. McKENNAI will not say we do not propose to buy more.
§ Mr. ASHLEYWill the right hon. Gentleman remember the port of Fleetwood when he proposes to buy more?
§ Mr. McKENNANo, Sir.