§ 20. Captain PETER MACDONALDasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether, in drawing up plans for new construction in the next financial year, he will take into account the desirability of undertaking the maximum possible work during the present period when unemployment, particularly in shipbuilding yards, is bad and costs of production are still low?
Sir B. EYRES MONSELLMy hon. and gallant Friend may rest assured that subject to our Treaty obligations and the financial situation due regard will be given to the considerations he mentions, the importance of which is fully realised.