HC Deb 26 June 1917 vol 95 cc193-4
48. Colonel C. LOWTHER

asked the Prime Minister whether he will name an early date for a Debate in this House upon reprisals and the labour unrest in the country?

The CHANCELLOR Of the EXCHEQUER (Mr. Bonar Law)

The answer is in the negative.

Colonel LOWTHER

In view of the statement made yesterday that the Headquarter Staff considered that there is more need for our aircraft in other directions, will the Government give orders for special aircraft for the specific purpose of meeting air raids?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I made no such statement as my hon. Friend alleges. All I stated was that the Government were in consultation with the military advisers in order to use our aircraft in the best possible way to meet air raids.

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