HC Deb 02 March 1910 vol 14 cc832-3
Mr. BURGOYNE

asked when the "Renown" last fired the guns of her main armament; and whether the casemate fittings for her 6-inch guns are available for immediate refitting?

Mr. McKENNA

The 10-inch guns were fired in 1908, the 6-inch guns were removed on deposit in 1905. The answer to the second part of the question is in the affirmative. The two after casemates on the upper deck have not had fittings removed.

Mr. BURGOYNE

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that certain of the casemate fittings were sold as useless, and is he also aware that since the conversion into a Royal yacht His Majesty's ship "Renown" has not been out on navigation trials?

Mr. McKENNA

Perhaps the hon. Gentleman would kindly give notice of his supplementary question.