HC Deb 23 February 1931 vol 248 c1771
86. Sir K. WOOD

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he can now make any statement as to the composition and terms of reference of the committee to make recommendations for effecting reductions in national expenditure?

46. Mr. D. G. SOMERVILLE

asked the Prime Minister the composition of the new economy committee; whether its proceedings will be public; and whether those Departments whose work is under review will be represented at the investigations?

Mr. P. SNOWDEN

My right hon. Friend is in communication with the leaders of the opposition parties on this question.