§ 62. Sir RICHARD COOPERasked the Minister of Munitions if information has recently come to his knowledge that would point to Messrs. Mann and Company, of Leeds, as being capable of making a large number of shells for the Government and a fit and proper firm to undertake a contract, if placed?
§ Mr. LLOYD GEORGENegotiations with this firm are at present in progress for the supply of shells.
§ Sir R. COOPERAre the statements made in the question correct?
§ No answer was returned.
§ Sir R. COOPERI shall raise this matter on the Adjournment.