HC Deb 20 March 1917 vol 91 cc1724-5
52. Mr. BILLING

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the present state of our Air Services, he is prepared to consider the appointment of a Committee of Members of this House privately to inquire into and report upon the general administration of our Air Services?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I am not prepared to accept the suggestion contained in the question.

Mr. BILLING

Is the right hon. Gentleman prepared to take some steps to inquire into the present administration and the present condition of affairs in the Department?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The subject has been most minutely investigated by the Cabinet, and we are satisfied that everything is being done that can be done at the moment.

Mr. WATT

Was it not on the question of the Air Service that the last Government went out, and has this Government been any improvement?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I think the hon. Gentleman is confusing this Government with that of France.