HC Deb 02 April 1917 vol 92 c915
102. Mr. BILLING

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty, in view of the new Order of the Ministry of Munitions made under the Defence of the Realm Act prohibiting firms from proceeding with any experimental work unless they have the direct sanction of the Ministry of Munitions, if he will state what is the position in these circumstances of the firm which is now doing experimental work for the Royal Naval Air Service?

Dr. MACNAMARA

The supply of all aeroplanes and seaplanes and experimental work in connection therewith, are under the direct control of the Air Board and the Ministry of Munitions.

Mr. BILLING

Are airships of the Royal Naval Air Service also under that control?

Dr. MACNAMARA

I will consider it if the hon. Gentleman will put a question down.