§ 27. Rear-Admiral Beamishasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he can make any statement concerning the provision of racing dinghies for the use of the Navy; what craft are being supplied; at what cost; and by whom they were built?
Mr. CooperWith a view to stimulating interest in sailing a 14-foot dinghy of similar design to that adopted by the Royal Naval Sailing Association has been introduced and will be supplied generally to all ships as they become available. The boats are obtained by competitive tender from various firms of boat builders on the Admiralty list, but it is not in the public interest to disclose contract prices.
§ Commander MarsdenAre these racing dinghies built to an international standard?
§ Lieut.-Commander AgnewWill they replace the r6-foot dinghies at present issued?