§ Sir J. DAVIDSONasked the Secretary of State for War what communication has been made to Colonel Douglas regarding the purchase of the Brambles, Lee-on-Solent, and the date and wording of such communication?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLNo written communication has been made to Colonel Douglas regarding the purchase of "The Brambles." On the 6th March last, at art interview with a representative of the Department of the Director-General of Lands, he was informed that it was proposed to purchase this station, including "The Brambles," but that official sanction had not then been received. The proposal to purchase has now been officially approved, and communications are being addressed to Colonel Douglas and other owners of property at Lee-on-Solent.