§ Mr. BURGOYNEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether a premium, in the nature of higher pay or additional emoluments, is placed on efficiency in marksmanship in the German navy; and, if so, whether he will consider the direct and tangible recognition of such proficiency in our own ships?
§ Mr. McKENNAThe answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. In our own ships efficiency in marksmanship with ships' guns has received direct and tangible recognition for some years. The marksmen receive permanent addi- 1811 tional pay whilst efficient. In addition to this, considerable amounts are given in annual prizes, for which the marksmen compete.