HC Deb 31 March 1909 vol 3 c322
Mr. JOHN WARD

asked what number of sailors of all grades were discharged or left the Navy during 1908; how many of those leaving had performed over 12 years' service and received a pension; and how many joined the Reserve.

Mr. McKENNA

The answer to the first part of the question is 8,519, to the second 817, and to the third 1,579.