§ 11. Mr. KELLYasked the First Lord of the Admiralty the number of civilians employed by his Department at the Singapore base; and what rate of wages is paid to labourers employed by the Admiralty at Singapore?
§ Lieut.-Colonel HEADLAMThe number employed on 1st February was 700; the usual remuneration for labourers amounts to $3.95 a week which is based on the current local rate. In addition the men are provided with free quarters.
§ Mr. KELLYCan the hon. and gallant Gentleman say whether the Admiralty have made any inquiry as to the adequacy of this living accommodation?
§ Lieut.-Colonel HEADLAMI think I must have notice of that question.