HC Deb 08 March 1937 vol 321 cc798-9
61. Mr. Assheton

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will make arrangements for the exhibition to Members in some convenient place of a respirator of the type designed to protect the civilian population?

The Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department (Mr. Geoffrey Lloyd)

Yes, Sir; I am arranging for a number of these respirators to be available for inspection by hon. Members in the room off the Members' cloak room, during the hours while the House is sitting, on Monday, 15th March, and following days. An officer will be in attendance to assist hon. Members who may wish to try on the respirators and to answer any questions.

64. Mr. Muff (for Mr. Kelly)

asked the Home Secretary whether it is intended to make any parts of the Palace of Westminster gas proof; and, if so, which?

Mr. R. S. Hudson

I have been asked to reply. The taking of certain protective measures against gas and other air attack risks is under consideration.

Sir W. Davison

Will it be possible for hon. Members to use the gas masks, which will be provided in the House, in this Chamber to see whether they are effective?