HC Deb 05 August 1913 vol 56 c1273
75. Mr. EYRES-MONSELL

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether, in view of the fact that the Goodwood race meeting is the one meeting in the year easily accessible to and keenly appreciated by a number of naval officers, and in view of the lack of amenities appertaining to modern naval service, he will arrange that, if possible, the Home fleet may be in harbour during the last week in July?

Mr. CHURCHILL

Sir. I fear that the exigencies of the Service render this impossible; but a full period of leave will be given to all ranks now that the manæuvres are concluded.

Mr. HOGGE

Will the right hon. Gentleman arrange the movements of the Fleet in the Firth of Forth in order that the men may be able to attend some whippet races?