§ 11. Mr. ALBERYasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether in view of the large financial contribution made, the Independent Malay States will be given an opportunity of expressing their views 1022 before any final decision is taken regarding the Singapore naval base?
§ Mr. ALBERYMay I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether he cannot give a more definite answer to a simple question?
§ Sir GEORGE PENNYDoes it also include New Zealand and other British possessions who make contributions?
Mr. ALEXANDERAll relevant considerations as regards all the Dominions and British Possessions which are affected.
§ Mr. ALBERYDoes it not arise from that that the Independent Malay States will be consulted?
§ Commander O. LOCKER-LAMPSONMay we have an answer of some sort?