HC Deb 06 May 1907 vol 173 cc1330-1
MR.BELLAIRS

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War whether a large number of lyddite shell, under recent orders given to Woolwich, were rejected; and, if so, what percentage of the number under examination at the time.

MR. HALDANE

Some 12 pr. lyddite shells made in the Ordnance Factories have recently been rejected for flaws due to defects in material supplied by the trade. The examination and investigation are, However, not yet completed.

MR. BELLAIRS

What was the proportion rejected?

MR. HALDANE

I cannot say off-hand.