HC Deb 28 February 1945 vol 408 cc1409-10W
Mr. Logan

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty if he is now able to state the amount of compensation allocated to the relatives of the naval ratings who lost their lives at Portland Harbour; and when the award will be paid by the Treasury.

Mr. Alexander

Offers were made to the representatives of two of the ratings some weeks ago and their replies are still awaited. The solicitors acting for another man's relatives have not yet replied to a letter of inquiry sent to them in Decem- ber last. Inquiries in the case of the fourth rating are nearly complete, and it is hoped to make an offer in the near future. Payment will be made in all cases as soon as agreement is reached.