HC Deb 11 April 1945 vol 409 c1830
58. Dr. Russell Thomas

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty if he has now reached a decision in regard to allowing private individuals to sail their boats on Southampton Water and the Solent.

Mr. Alexander

Yes, Sir. Private sailing and fishing is now allowed in certain parts of Southampton Water and the adjacent Solent-Spithead area provided that permits are first obtained from the local naval authorities.