HC Deb 15 April 1930 vol 237 cc2704-5
21. Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the Secretary of State for War whether his attention has been called to the disfigurement of the white horse on War Department land on the Downs at Westbury, Wiltshire; and whether, in view of the historic character of thin landmark, he will cause steps to be taken with a view to the prevention of further damage and to the improvement of its present condition?

Mr. SHAW

This matter is at present under consideration and I will inform the hon. Member of the result as soon as a decision is reached.

Sir F. HALL

But why the hon. Member? Why should not every hon. Member in the House have the information considering the historic character of this landmark?

Mr. SHAW

I will send the hon. and gallant Member a copy of the answer.

Sir F. HALL

But does not the right hon. Gentleman realise—

Mr. SPEAKER

It would be much better if the hon. and gallant Member would put a question down himself.