HC Deb 14 March 1912 vol 35 cc1270-1
Mr. BURGOYNE

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty, how many officers are permanently added to the establishment of the Admiralty as the result of the creation of the Naval War Staff?

Dr. MACNAMARA

The additions consist of:—

1 Chief of Staff.
1 Director.
2 Commanders or Lieutenants or Accountant Officers.
1 Marine Officer (Major or Captain).
Total 5

and a post of Lieutenant-Colonel of Marines has been reduced. The net addition is therefore four, exclusive of the necessary clerical assistance.