§ The VICE-CHAMBERLAIN of the HOUSEHOLD (Major George Davies)reported His Majesty's Answer to the Address, as followeth:
I have received your Address praying that I will give directions that a monument be erected at the public charge to the memory of the late Admiral of the Fleet Earl Beatty as an expression of the admiration of the House of Commons for his illustrious naval career, and its gratitude for his devoted services to the State, and assuring Me that you will make good the expenses attending the same.
It is indeed fitting that the nation should thus honour the memory of a great Admiral and inspiring leader, whose services to his country in the crisis of its history will never be forgotten, and I will gladly give directions for effect to be given to your proposal.