§ Mr. BURGOYNEasked whether the battleship cruiser "Indefatigable" was 351 commissioned for service prior to the completion of her official acceptance trials; and, if so, whether this is in accordance with the general practice?
§ Mr. McKENNAThe "Indefatigable" has been commissioned. Although the principal trials have been completed, the final acceptance trial of the machinery has not yet been carried out. This is not in accordance with the general practice, but minor modifications in the machinery fittings required prior to final trial have made the departure from general practice desirable in this case.
§ Mr. BURGOYNEAre we to understand that the engines have been opened and examined prior to acceptance and Commission?
§ Mr. McKENNAYes, I understand it is only in regard to some minor defects of the machinery fittings that the delay in the final trial has taken place. Perhaps the hon. Member will give me notice of any further questions on this point.