HC Deb 03 April 1946 vol 421 c1245
47. Mr. J. P. L. Thomas

asked the Prime Minister whether he has any statement to make regarding the transfer of warships to India.

The Prime Minister

Yes, Sir. Subject to a satisfactory settlement of the question of price, His Majesty's Government are prepared to transfer three "Leander" class cruisers to the Royal Indian Navy. It is hoped that the first of the transfers will take place about March, 1947.

Mr. Thomas

Are any general conditions attached to this transfer?

The Prime Minister

I am not sure what the hon. Member has in mind. Perhaps he will let me know.