HC Deb 10 April 1935 vol 300 cc1149-50
45. Mr. WILMOT

asked the Prime Minister whether Sheerness dockyard is included within the scope of the inquiry on the vulnerability of dockyards to aerial attack and the advisability of their removal to other sites?

Mr. J. H. THOMAS

Yes, Sir.

Mr. WILMOT

If that be the case, will the right hon. Gentleman bear in mind the difficulties which may arise in such a district owing to the removal of a very important local industry; and will he take steps to consider what should be done in the interests of the local inhabitants and industries?

Mr. THOMAS

I have already indicated that this aspect of the question will be considered in the course of the inquiry. It is not for me to anticipate the inquiry.