HC Deb 28 October 1912 vol 43 cc15-6
24. Sir J. D. REES

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty to what extent the naval programme of 1909 as regards the East India unit has been, is being, or, so far as the Government is concerned, will be abandoned; and to what extent it has been, is being, or, so far as the Government is concerned, will be carried out?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the ADMIRALTY (Dr. Macnamara)

The composition of the East Indies Squadron in future years is engaging the attention of the Admiralty, and will in due course form the subject of discussion with the Secretary of State for India and the Government of India.