HC Deb 04 October 1909 vol 11 c1640
Mr. ASHLEY

asked what steps are taken to ensure that on every troopship there are sufficient boats to accommodate everyone on board in the event of fire or shipwreck?

Mr. ACLAND

This question should be addressed to my right hon. Friend the First Lord of the Admiralty.

Mr. ASHLEY

Am I to understand the War Office have no responsibility for the safety of the troops on board a troopship?

Mr. ACLAND

No, Sir; but it is the province of the Admiralty.