§ Sir A. BURGOYNEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty when it is hoped to complete the "Rodney" and "Nelson"; how long they will have been under construction from the date of the laying of the keels; and what is the latest estimate of their final cost, inclusive of armaments?
§ Mr. BRIDGEMANHis Majesty's ship "Rodney" is expected to be completed in September next, the period of construction being 4 years 9 months, and the total cost including guns on board £6,566,884. His Majesty's ship "Nelson" is expected to be completed in July next, the period of construction being 4 years 7 months, and the cost £6,483,879. If armament is to include ammunition and reserves, £921,390 would be added for each ship.