Mr. David Adamsasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether the motor-lifeboats now being provided in new vessels are of a standardised type, thereby securing economy in construction and in the matter of replacement and repairs?
§ Sir V. WarrenderIt is not possible to standardise the type of lifeboat provided, as allowance must be made for different types of ships and different numbers of crew to be carried. Requirements are best satisfied by fitting suitable motors into ordinary lifeboats. The considerations put forward by the hon. Member are fully met thereby.