HC Deb 27 July 1909 vol 8 cc999-1000
Captain FABER

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty if he will state the value of stock of naval stores on 1st April, 1906, and on 31st March, 1909.

The FIRST LORD of the ADMIRALTY (Mr. McKenna)

The value of the stock of naval stores, etc., on the dates named, was:—

1st April, 1906 … £5,511,896
1st April, 1909 … £4,965,700

The figures for the 1st April, 1909, are approximate only, and subject to amendment on the final completion of the accounts for the financial year 1908–9.

Captain FABER

Has the right hon. Gentleman noticed that my question refers to the 31st March as well as to 1st April?

Mr. McKENNA

I did notice that, but there would be no difference in the amount.

Mr. ASHLEY

In naval stores is the supply of cordite included?

Mr. McKENNA

No; that would come under the head of ordnance stores.