§ 11. Major ENTWISTLEasked whether the rifles and ammunition issued to North Sea trawlers for sinking floating mines have been recalled by the Admiralty; and, if so, whether, in view of the fact that floating mines are still frequently seen in the North Sea, he will give instructions for the re-issue of these rifles?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAIn consequence of the large number of drifting mines present in home waters, instructions were issued some weeks ago to local naval authorities authorising them to supply rifles to suitable applicants for the purpose of destroying these mines.