§ 46. Mr. R. Gibsonasked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the trade figures for the month of May, he will now state the Government's policy to meet the slump in trade?
§ The Prime MinisterI would refer the hon. and learned Member to the reply which I gave to him on 23rd May last.
§ Mr. GibsonCan the right hon. Gentleman say what Departments have officials considering this matter, do those officials have joint meeting, and, if so, when did the last meeting take place on the subject?
§ The Prime MinisterCertainly the Departments concerned do have representatives considering this matter. I cannot say without notice when the last meeting took place, but they are constantly having the matter under consideration.
§ Mr. DaltonHas not the slump become much more severe since the Prime Minister's last statement?
§ The Prime MinisterI do not accept the suggestion of a slump.
§ Mr. MathersWill the Prime Minister expedite the Government decision upon big projects, such as the Forth Road Bridge, which would have a very considerable effect in preventing a slump in Scotland?