HC Deb 27 November 1930 vol 245 c1518W
Captain W. G. HALL

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether, as the last four out of five lieutenant-commanders (ex-mates) promoted to commander were serving in flagships or temporary flagships, recommendation from personal observation by a flag officer is necessary for promotion or whether officers serving in other vessels are on an equal footing with those in flagships.

Mr. ALEXANDER

A recommendation from personal observation by a flag officer is not necessary for promotion. Officers serving in other vessels are on an equal footing with those in flagships.