HC Deb 05 March 1918 vol 103 c1838
68. Mr. G. LAMBERT

asked what was the amount of mercantile tonnage constructed in February?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the ADMIRALTY (Dr. Macnamara)

The returns have been got in specially for this month. My right hon. Friend will presently deal with them.

Mr. LAMBERT

The figures for November, December, and January were given a fortnight ago. Can you give them now?

Dr. MACNAMARA

I can say this: that the figures for February, though not up to forecast, are very nearly double those for January, and indicate a great advance.

Mr. LAMBERT

May we not have the figures?

Dr. MACNAMARA

I have not got them with me.