HC Deb 24 March 1920 vol 127 cc389-90
20. Commander Viscount CURZON

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is in a position to state how it is proposed to deal with the question of the reduction of the number of officers of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines?

Mr. LONG

I would ask the Noble Lord to postpone this question.

Viscount CURZON

When would be a suitable day to put down this question, as the matter is one of vital importance?

Mr. LONG

It is a question of vital importance no doubt, but, as my Noble Friend knows, it is a matter which is under discussion between the Treasury and the Admiralty, and I cannot say when a final decision will be arrived at. I hope very shortly.