HC Deb 17 March 1926 vol 193 cc417-8
44. Sir FREDRIC WISE

asked the Secretary of State for Air (1) the amount of timber used at Halton by the mechanics for 1925; and where it was purchased;

(2) the tonnage of steel used by the mechanics at Halton in 1925; and where it was purchased?

Sir P. SASSOON

The approximate quantities used at Halton in 1925 were: steel, 16 tons; steel tubing, 470 feet; timber, 7,750 cubic feet; plywood, 3,000 superficial feet. I regret that it is not possible without undue labour to give particulars of origin of the many parcels of material involved.

Sir F. WISE

Can the hon. and gallant Member state the principal place where the steel is purchased?

Sir P. SASSOON

I think that most of the material comes from this country. I cannot, without notice, give the names of the exact contractors who supply it.

Sir F. WISE

That is asked in my question.

Sir P. SASSOON

We had great difficulty in the short time available in getting the information for which the hon. Member asked. If he will put dawn another question, I will try to get the information.