HC Deb 16 June 1948 vol 452 cc46-7W
67. Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty whether he will make a statement on the proposed transfer of submarines to the Royal Netherlands Navy.

Mr. Dugdale

His Majesty's Submarines "Tapir" and "Taurus" are to be lent to the Royal Netherlands Navy for a period of four years. "Taurus" was transferred on 4th June and the "Tapir" will be transferred on 18th June.