HC Deb 08 July 1925 vol 186 c402
19. Mr. BOOTHBY

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he proposes to introduce any Supplementary Estimates this Session; and, if so, when?

The FIRST LORD of the ADMIRALTY (Mr. Bridgeman)

I hope that an announcement on this subject will be made in the near future.

Captain BENN

Does that mean that a Supplementary Estimate will be presented before we separate for the Summer Recess?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

I would refer the hon. and gallant Member to an answer given by the Prime Minister on that subject.

Commander BELLAIRS

In view of the fact that this information in regard to the shipbuilding programme is usually available at the beginning of the Session, or well before the Budget, can the right hon. Gentleman say whether he is doing his level best to induce the Cabinet to come to a decision?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

Yes.

Mr. THURTLE

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the country does not desire any further expenditure in this direction?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

No.