HC Deb 01 August 1923 vol 167 cc1488-9W
Mr. W. M. ADAMSON

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty why the work on His Majesty's ship "Benbow," at Malta, has not been commenced; and whether an approximate date can be given as to when this ship will be proceeded with?

Major BOYD-CARPENTER

Owing to the exigencies of the public service it has not been possible to adhere to the programme date for the refit of His Majesty's ship "Benbow." His Majesty's ship "Centurion" has now rejoined the Commander-in-Chief's flag, and the "Ben-bow" will, therefore, probably leave immediately for Malta to undergo her refit.