§ Mr. NORTON-GRIFFITHSasked the First Lord of the Admiralty if his attention had been drawn to Sir Joseph Ward's statements that our dominions would be prepared to join in the maintenance of an Imperial Navy; and if he would consider what steps he is prepared to take with a view of supporting this suggestion at any discussion which may take place at the forthcoming Imperial Conference?
§ Mr. McKENNAMy attention has been drawn to Sir Joseph Ward's statements as they have appeared in the Press, but it would be premature to discuss now questions which should more properly be reserved for the forthcoming Imperial Conference.
Sir GILBERT PARKERIs it not the case that New Zealand at the present moment does contribute to the Imperial Navy?
§ Mr. McKENNAYes, very materially.
§ Mr. ARTHUR LEECan the right hon. Gentleman say whether there is any item on the Agenda of the Imperial Conference upon which this subject can be discussed?
§ Mr. McKENNAI think there is.
§ Mr. McKENNAYes, I think so.