§ 45. Sir ASSHETON POWNALLasked the Prime Minister whether he can now say what is the substantial contribution which Members of the Cabinet are prepared to make to the cause of economy?
§ The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Pethick-Lawrence)I am not in a position to add to the reply given by my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer to the right hon. Gentleman the Member for West Woolwich (Sir K. Wood) on 16th February last.
§ Sir A. POWNALLIs the hon. Gentleman aware that he gives twice who gives quickly; and, in view of the promise made some two months ago now, may I ask when the Cabinet are going to announce their intentions? May I ask that question of the Prime Minister, to whom my question was put down?