I beg to ask the Secretary to the Admiralty whether, and, if

† See(4) Debates, clxxviii, 1337

so, when, His Majesty's ship "Ringdove," which is at present employed on the coast of Scotland for the protection of fisheries under the Admiral commanding the Coastguard and Reserves, is to be withdrawn from that service; and whether any vessel is to take her place.

There is no intention at present of withdrawing the "Ringdove."

Is any vessel at present employed on this service to be withdrawn?

asked for notice of the Question.