HC Deb 26 July 1922 vol 157 cc434-5
45. Sir S. ROBERTS

asked the Prime Minister whether he is able to announce the decision of the Government as to the advancement of the date. for the commencement of the two new battleships?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN (Leader of the House)

No, Sir. The subject is under consideration, but no decision has yet been taken.

Viscountess ASTOR

Is it possible to give one of these ships to Plymouth?

Mr. W. THORNE

Have the Royal dockyards had a chance of tendering for these two battleships?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

I cannot answer without notice. Questions of that kind should be addressed to the representatives of the Admiralty.

Viscount CURZON

Will the decision of the Government be announced before the Recess?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

I hope so. I cannot make a definite promise.