§ Commander Maitlandasked the Minister of Defence how much coast land it is proposed to take in the Skegness-Gibraltar Point-Wainfleet area for the purpose of 188W military or air force training; for what purpose it is proposed to be used; and where it is situated.
§ Mr. AlexanderThe Air Ministry already have a sea bombing range in this district in connection with which they are proposing to retain some i,000 acres of salt marshes and mud flats in order that, while continuing to be used for agricultural purposes, access to the land can be controlled in the interests of safety. A further area at Gibraltar Point is required for training purposes by the War Office. No final decisions have been taken. The retention or acquisition of all this land is subject to approval by the Inter-departmental Committee on Service Land Requirements.