HC Deb 25 May 1909 vol 5 c1010
Mr. ASHLEY

asked how many executive officers on the active list are qualified as interpreters in German?

Mr. McKENNA

Twelve, Sir.

Mr. ASHLEY

Can the right hon. Gentleman see his way to give somewhat more encouragement to naval officers to qualify themselves for employment as interpreters?

Mr. McKENNA

Yes. We have, of course, in addition to these twelve, a very considerable number of Army officers who are qualified.