HC Deb 07 March 1923 vol 161 c471
24. Mr. MOREING

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether the Admiralty propose to devote any and, if so, what sums towards the maintenance of airships?

Mr. AMERY

The recommendations of the Admiralty with regard to the desirability of contributing to the maintenance of a commercial airship service are now under consideration by the Government.

Captain BENN

Will the House have an opportunity of voting directly on the issue whether the Admiralty shall take over air work?

Mr. AMERY

That question has been answered by the Prime Minister.