§ 24. Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is in a position to make a statement with regard to the food allowance at home ports and naval establishments; and can he now say what is the policy of the Admiralty with regard to raising the allowance of the ratings employed?
§ Sir J. CRAIGThe question of an increase in the rate of provision allowance to naval ratings is still under consideration.
§ Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKEIs the hon. Gentleman aware that on two occasions I have put a similar question and the same answer has been given? Can the hon. Gentleman say when the statement will be made?
§ Sir J. CRAIGI regret very much the delay in the matter, but it is one of considerable difficulty. If my hon. Friend will put down a question next week, I hope to be able to give an answer.