§ 68. Mr. Hamiltonasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty what has been the total amount spent in modifications, alterations, and additions to the Royal Yacht "Britannia" in the course of the last two years; and what additional cost is contemplated in the next 12 months.
Mr. WardThe cost of the modfications, alterations and additions made to the Royal Yacht during the last two years was £19,000. It is not possible to forecast the cost of such work as may be authorised and carried out during the next twelve months, but it is not expected to be large.
§ 72. Mr. H. Hyndasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Admiralty what is the complement of H.M. Yacht "Britannia"; how many other people come under the control of the Flag Officer, Royal Yachts; and to what extent that officer is in effective command of the Royal Yacht when she is sea-going.
Mr. WardThe sea-going complement of Her Majesty's Yacht "Britannia" is 22 officers and 257 ratings and other ranks. When in harbour for a prolonged period the complement is reduced to 17 officers and 175 ratings and other ranks. Apart from his responsibilities in connection with escorting warships during Royal cruises, the only persons whom the Flag Officer Royal Yachts has under his control are the ship's company of Her Majesty's Yacht "Britannia," of which he is in full personal command at all times.