HC Deb 30 April 1913 vol 52 c1154
6. Mr. BURGOYNE

asked whether the "Malaya" has yet been commenced; if not, on what date her keel will be laid; what is the anticipated date of delivery for service; and what is the contract period of construction?

Mr. CHURCHILL

Preparatory steps for the building of the "Malaya" are being taken, but whether the contract period of construction will be thirty months or twenty-seven has not yet been settled.