HC Deb 23 February 1916 vol 80 cc696-7
67. Mr. W. THORNE

asked the Minister of Munitions if he will state the number of firms engaged in the manufacture of armour-plate now under the control of his Department?

Dr. ADDISON

I think I may safely say that all firms engaged in the production of armour-plate are now controlled establishments, but I do not think it desirable to state the number of such firms.