§ Mr. W. THORNE (by Private Notice)asked the Secretary of State for Air whether he has received any report of an accident which occurred at the Hendon Flying Display on Saturday evening last caused by two lorries colliding; if he is aware that one lorry was the property of the Royal Air Force, and the other of Messrs. Jay's; that the accident caused the death of Miss Ada Hawes and injured three other people who were removed to Hendon Cottage Hospital; and what action he intends to take in the matter?
§ Sir P. SASSOONWhilst a full official report has not yet been received by the Air Ministry, I regret to say that an accident of the character described did most unfortunately occur on Saturday. I understand that the coroner's inquest is to take place on Wednesday. My right hon. Friend is instituting immediate inquiries, and I will communicate the result to the hon. Member as early as possible.