§ 25. Viscount CURZONasked the Prime Minister whether the Cabinet Committee upon the shipbuilding programme for the Royal Navy has as yet completed its labours; and whether any statement can yet be made upon it?
§ The PRIME MINISTERThe answer to both parts of the question is in the negative.
§ Viscount CURZONDoes the right hon Gentleman expect to be able to make a statement on Thursday, or at an early date?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI hope the Noble Lord does not minimise the great 16 importance of this matter, and the necessity of a very thorough investigation.
§ Mr. PRINGLECan the right hon. Gentleman say whether this question will be discussed on the Navy Votes on Thursday?
§ The PRIME MINISTERNo.