§ Mr. ASHLEYasked how many destroyers of the old 27-knot type are now borne on the Navy List; and how many have been commissioned to take part in the present manœuvres?
§ Mr. McKENNAThe answer to the first part of the question is thirty-four; and to the second part, none.
§ Mr. ASHLEYIs the right hon. Gentleman aware of the fact that these destroyers were not commissioned for the manœuvres through lack of men or inefficiency?
§ Mr. McKENNAThey were not certified as requisite for the particular service of the manœuvres.
§ Mr. ASHLEYIs it the fact that these vessels are not fit for sea in home waters?
§ Mr. McKENNAThe hon. Gentleman must not assume that.