§ Sir B. FALLEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty the number of naval cook ratings allowed in the complement of the Royal Naval Hospital, Haslar, for duty with the sick-berth staff; what is 1500W the number of sick-berth ratings to be cooked for; and whether the naval cook ratings generally are entitled to the same scale of leave as other naval ratings?
§ Mr. AMMONI am having inquiries made, and will communicate with the hon. Member as soon as possible.
§ Sir B. FALLEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is aware that there is a shortage of naval cook ratings in the Portsmouth Port division, which necessitates food for petty officers and men compulsorily messed under the general messing system being cooked several hours before the meal time, when the food is served warmed up and unpalatable; and whether he will inquire into the matter?
§ Mr. AMMONI am advised that there is no substance in these allegations, which are contrary to facts.