HC Deb 14 July 1964 vol 698 cc200-1W
53. Mr. Awbery

asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations and the Colonies if it is the intention of the Dry Docks Committee in Malta to discontinue the use of the Admiralty floating dock; and why it is to be sold when there is no dry dock in the island capable of taking some of the large oil tankers trading near the Island, which may find it necessary to enter Valetta for emergency repairs.

Mr. Sandys

Her Majesty's Government have no responsibility for the internal management of the Yard. I understand that Malta Dry Docks will not require the use of the floating dock after September, 1964.