HC Deb 12 December 1934 vol 296 cc362-3
9. Mr. STOREY

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he can now state where the sloop mine-sweepers under the 1934 programme are to be built?

Lord STANLEY

The allocation of the orders for the sloop mine-sweepers will be announced within the next few days.

Mr. STOREY

Will the hon. Gentleman bear in mind the claims of the River Wear to a share of Admiralty work when he is considering the placing of these contracts?

Lord STANLEY

All relevant claims are borne in mind.

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