§ 47. Commander BELLAIRSasked the Prime Minister whether he will ascertain what Department was responsible for the fine large enemy steamers, "Brauenfels" and "Frantz Ferdinand," in the Far East, being used as stationary hulks for thirty months of war while their hulls and machinery were in perfect condition; whether these vessels were used during 979 this long period to house inland water transport officers and for similar sedentary purposes; and whether he will warn Government officials that errors of omission to report or commission by reckless waste of a similar character will be followed by summary punishment?
§ Mr. HERBERT FISHERInformation is not available in this country regarding the facts alleged. Inquiries will be made from the Government of India, as possibly the vessels in question may have been under the control of the Director, Royal Indian Marine.