§ Mr. Wiseasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is considering the abolition of boy entry into the commissioned ranks of the Royal Navy and the substitution of public school and university candidates, such as has proved its value in the other fighting Services?
Mr. CooperNo, Sir, I am satisfied that the present system of recruitment for commissioned ranks in the Royal Navy is better calculated to meet the requirements of the Service than one restricted in the manner suggested by my hon. Friend.