§ 67. Sir H. BRITTAINasked the Secretary of State for Air whether he can see his way to suggest that some special mark of recognition be awarded to Flight-lieutenant Booth for the efforts of himself and his crew which resulted in the successful return of the R.33 to Pulham?
§ Sir P. SASSOONI assume that my right hon. Friend will in any case be considering this matter on his return.
§ Sir H. BRITTAINWill the hon. and gallant Gentleman do all he can to suggest that some really tangible recognition should be given not only to the lieut.-commander but to the entire personnel for the splendid British exploit which has thrilled this country and the whole world?
§ Sir P. SASSOONI will tell my right hon. Friend.
§ 69. Mr. WELLSasked the Secretary of State for Air if he can state the cause of the accident to the Airship R 33; and, if so, what steps are being taken to minimise accidents of this nature in the future?
§ Sir P. SASSOONAn inquiry is at present being held into the cause of the accident, and until the investigating committee has reported, I am unable to make any statement on the subject.