§ Sir B. FALLEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether the system whereby men who could not qualify technically for signalman, telegraphist, or able seaman, but who were otherwise fit and capable, were allowed to transfer to the rating of stoker second class, has been discontinued; and, if so, whether he will consider its reintroduction so that trained and disciplined ratings may have the opportunity of remaining in His Majesty's service?
§ Mr. AMMONTransfers in suitable cases to stoker second class are still permitted in accordance with the provisions of Article 419 of King's Regulations and Admiralty Instructions.