§ Sir T. BRAMSDONasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty if he is aware of the dissatisfaction that exists in the crews of certain submarines now serving on the China station on account of the conditions under which they have to live in that climate, the curtailment of 2417W privileges, and the apparent lack of sympathy and consideration shown toward their case by superior officers; and will he take steps to inquire into the conditions under which these submarine ratings exist?
§ Mr. AMMONNo, Sir. The Admiralty is not aware of any dissatisfaction, but inquiries will be made. I feel certain that the hon. Member is under a misapprehension suggesting that there is any lack of sympathy and consideration on the part of the officers.
§ Sir T. BRAMSDONasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty if, in view of the dissatisfaction that now exists among the crews of smaller vessels on the China station on account of the conditions of their life and service, which do not tend to congenial conditions, he will reconsider the possibility of housing the crews of small vessels and craft refitting at. Hong Kong in shore establishments or hutments?
§ Mr. AMMONThe Admiralty is not, aware of any dissatisfaction, but inquiries will be made. As regards the second part of the question, I have nothing to add to my reply of the 5th of May.