HC Deb 08 November 1916 vol 87 c206
84. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Prime Minister whether he will refer the cases of persons killed in this country as the result of Zeppelin raids to a new Select Committee with a view to some compensation being given, especially to widows deprived of their husbands?

87. Sir E. CORNWALL

asked whether the Government is reconsidering the question of losses sustained by Zeppelin raids; and whether, at an early date, all such losses, both as regards property and persons, will be made a national liability?

The PRIME MINISTER

The Government have this suggestion under consideration, but I cannot yet make a statement on the subject.

Sir E. CORNWALL

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware of the strong and growing feeling in the country in favour of some change of policy in regard to these matters?

The PRIME MINISTER

Does the hon. Gentleman mean in regard to loss of life

Sir E. CORNWALL

Both property and life.

85. Mr. DENNISS

asked the Prime Minister whether he will initiate legislation to put the aircraft and anti-aircraft services so far as attacks on Zeppelins are concerned in an analogous position to that of the Royal Navy as regards prize bounties?

The PRIME MINISTER

This suggestion is worthy of consideration and will receive it.