HC Deb 25 February 1915 vol 70 c385
45. Mr. W. THORNE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that on the termination of the White City contract of Lyons and Company, Limited, the contract was given to Kerr and Company on the nomination of Mr. Imre Kiralfy; if he is aware that Mr. Imre Kiralfy is a close blood relation to Sir Joseph Lyons; and if he will make inquiries into the matter?

The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the WAR OFFICE (Mr. H. Baker)

The contract for catering at the White City is now held by Messrs. Kerr and Company, of Glasgow, and in the circumstances I hope that my hon. Friend will not press me to inquire into the personal relationship to which he refers.