§ Mr. McENTEEasked the First Lord of the Admiralty what Department or officer is responsible for alterations and variations in the uniform of officers and ratings in the Navy; what is the reason for the new pattern oilskin waterproof coat being made tight-fitting and with a slit at the back; and whether he will arrange that the skirt shall be a little fuller, so that there shall be no opening at the back?
Sir B. EYRES MONSELLThe Board of Admiralty are responsible for Naval uniform. A new pattern oilskin has been introduced which is more suitable for modern conditions than the old pattern and meets the wishes of the men as expressed at the Welfare Conferences and to a committee which inquired into the matter at the ports last year. It is not proposed to modify the pattern of this coat on the lines suggested by the hon. Member.