asked the Financial Secretary to the War Office if the Government have decided to select an alternative site for Woolwich Arsenal; and, if so, whether in this connection the Suitability of ground at Rosyth under the control of the Admiralty will be considered?

I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer given on 30th October to the hon. Member for East Woolwich (Mr. Hicks). In the course of the inquiry all relevant considerations will be taken into account.