HC Deb 03 February 1931 vol 247 c1624
48. Sir NICHOLAS GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the Prime Minister whether he has considered, in the interests of economy, the establishment of a single Ministry of National Defence; and what has been his decision?

The PRIME MINISTER

This subject has been discussed frequently, but there is no concensus of well informed opinion regarding its financial or other results. Wherever co-ordination is possible, it is being pursued.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

Will the Prime Minister say if the Government are taking any steps whatever in the interests of economy?

Mr. AYLES

Does not the Prime Minister think that the interests of economy would be much better served by the abolition of the Defence Services?

HON. MEMBERS

Answer!