HC Deb 04 March 1909 vol 1 c1714W
Mr. ASHLEY

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether it is in accordance with the practice of the Admiralty to terminate the active service of an admiral in a high command before the expiry of the normal period for which he has been appointed subject to His Majesty's pleasure?

Mr. M'KENNA:

The reply to the hon. Member's question is in the negative.