§ Mr. W. REDMONDasked the First Lord of the Admiralty, whether he can say what arrangement has been come to with Australia as to naval affairs and the proposal for an Australian fleet?
§ The FIRST LORD of the ADMIRALTY (Mr. McKenna)A telegram has been received conveying the proposals of the present Commonwealth Government, and these are now being dealt with.
§ Mr. W. REDMONDMay I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether it is true, as stated, that delegates have been invited by the Government from Australia to consider these proposals?
§ Mr. McKENNAYes, Sir.
§ Mr. W. REDMONDHas any reply been received?
§ Mr. McKENNAI believe not; my hon. Friend tells me not yet.