HC Deb 19 October 1949 vol 468 c36W
77. Major Bruce

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty if he will give the names of those ships which have been equipped since 5th November, 1947, with galleys up to United States standard.

1947. Mr. Dugdale

Since 5th November, 1947, 12 ships have been fitted with electric galley ranges, while a further seven are now being similarly equipped. Following are the names of the ships:

Ships fitted with electric galley ranges since 5th November,

  • Battleship: Howe.
  • Cruisers: Ceylon, Mauritius, Euryalus.
  • Landing ships: Narvik, Ben Lomond.
  • Frigates: Morecambe Bay, Mounts Bay.
  • Survey vessels: Dampier, Dalrymple, Owen, Cook.

Ships in hand for the fitting of electric galley ranges.

  • Submarine depot ship: Tyne.
  • Aircraft carrier: Indomitable.
  • Cruisers: Sheffield, Diadem, Bermuda.
  • Destroyers: Rocket, Relentless.