HC Deb 07 October 1909 vol 11 c2189
Mr. GRETTON

asked how many battleships of the "Dreadnought" type have been launched for the British Navy, and at what date will the last launched be in commission and ready to take her place with the battle fleet, respectively?

Mr. McKENNA

The answer to the first part of the question is eight, and to the second, probably January, 1911.

Mr. KILBRIDE

Is any part of the delay due to the unreadiness of the brewers to contribute?

Mr. McKENNA

No, Sir.