§ Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKEasked what reductions had been made in the strength of the Royal Marines since the present Government came into office; and whether any, and, if so, what, further reduction was contemplated in the corps?
§ Mr. McKENNAWith regard to the first part of the question, I would refer the hon. Member to the answer given to the Noble Lord the Member for Portsmouth on the 28th February last. With regard to the second part of the question, the hon. Member will find the answer in Vote A of the Estimates recently presented to Parliament.
§ Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKECan the right hon. Gentleman say what is the policy of His Majesty's Government in regard to future years?
§ Mr. McKENNAI have already stated that it would be undesirable in answer to a question at Question-time to outline the policy of the Government for future years.