§ Captain W. BENNasked the Secretary to the Admiralty whether it is the intention of the Admiralty to officially acknowledge the suggestions and inventions for improving the efficiency of naval equipment, especially in relation to anti-submarine and defence against enemy mines, which have been submitted to them by officers and men of the Royal Navy during the War; if so, whethera Fleet Order could be issued inviting officers and men to make their claims in respect of such; and whether, in considering these claims, the Admiralty will take into consideration the date of submitting such suggestions in relation to the existing necessity for the device?
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§ Dr. MACNAMARASuggestions and inventions which have been submitted to the Admiralty by officers and men of the Royal Navy during the War have been considered and acknowledged. I am advised that further general action of the the nature suggested is not considered necessary.