§ 46. Mr. Stokesasked the Prime Minister whose fault it was that no adequate air protection from the island of Crete was provided for the Mediterranean Fleet operating in Cretan waters; and whether, in view of the heavy losses subsequently sustained on account of this neglect, any disciplinary action has been, or will be, taken against those responsible?
§ The Prime MinisterI have nothing to add to my statement of 10th June.
§ Mr. StokesMay I ask the Prime Minister whether the fact that the Mediterranean Fleet would probably have to act in those unfavourable conditions was foreseen by the Admiralty or the Commander-in-Chief of the Mediterranean Fleet, and, if so, what response was given to their representations?
§ The Prime MinisterI have said that I have nothing to add to my statement of 10th June.
§ Mr. StokesIs the Prime Minister aware that a great number of people are completely dissatisfied with his statement?
§ The Prime MinisterA certain class of people.