HC Deb 31 March 1938 vol 333 c2178
65. Mr. David Adams

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will give details of schemes of capital expenditure of national, municipal, and industrial concerns, respectively, exceeding £250,000 each, which have been deferred in agreement with the respective Ministries concerned until such times as employment through the rearmament programme is less general?

Sir J. Simon

No, Sir. It is not practicable to make such a statement.

Mr. Adams

As this is a matter of considerable national interest will the right hon. Gentleman take steps to obtain the figures?

Sir J. Simon

The hon. Member will see that what he has asked would require a very wide survey, but I will consider his suggestion.

Mr. Adams

Is it not the position that the information is in the possession of the respective Ministries of the Government?