HC Deb 05 May 1909 vol 4 c1035
Mr. ROBERT DUNCAN

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty if the matter of the establishment, equipment, and upkeep of coaling stations in Australia and the Southern Pacific is receiving attention; and if he has now anything to report to the House relative thereto?

Mr. McKENNA

The question of ensuring adequate coaling facilities on the Australian station is receiving the necessary consideration, and there is nothing to report to the House relative thereto.