HC Deb 11 December 1919 vol 122 c1621
67. Sir RICHARD COOPER

asked the Prime Minister if he has considered the advantages of using a number of naval ships, which are fitted with powerful wireless apparatus, to form a temporary chain of stations from England to the East and so relieve the cable service, the present congestion of which is causing a serious loss to British trade?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I fear that my hon. Friend's suggestion is impracticable.

Viscount CURZON

Can the right hon. Gentleman give any idea what the cost is likely to be?

Mr. BONAR LAW

My hon. and gallant Friend has given one of the reasons why I do not think it is practicable.