HC Deb 19 March 1929 vol 226 c1586
43. Mr. AMMON

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether the borings for the foundations of the graving dock at Singapore have been successful; and whether the graving dock has been commenced?

Lieut.-Colonel HEADLAM

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. Contract for the dock and other works has been let and preliminary work commenced.

Mr. AMMON

Have they actually started on the graving dock?

Lieut.-Colonel HEADLAM

Everything is in order for the work to begin.