45. Mr. V. Adamsasked the Minister for the Co-ordination of Defence whether he can now make a statement on the Government's policy with regard to food storage to meet any international emergency in which the United Kingdom might become involved?
§ The Minister for the Co-ordination of Defence (Sir Thomas Inskip)I understand this question is to be discussed on a motion by the hon. Member for Rom-ford (Mr. Parker) next Wednesday.
Mr. AdamsWill my right hon. Friend remember that he is not asked to disclose details of his secrets in this matter, and can he now assure us that something is being actively done?
§ Sir T. InskipPerhaps my hon. Friend will await the Debate next Wednesday.
Mr. De la BèreCan the right hon. Gentleman give us an assurance that there will be food to distribute, as we cannot eat bombs?