§ 47. Mr. Dayasked the Prime Minister whether in view of the recent development of aircraft, the present rearmament of the European nations, and the danger that would be caused to shipping, he will consider the immediate appointment of a committee to further examine and investigate the technical, engineering, and economic problems involved in building a Channel Tunnel to connect the Continent with England at the present time?
§ The Prime MinisterI would refer the hon. Member to the answer which I gave to him on 12th July last.
§ Mr. DayDoes not the Prime Minister think that a tunnel of this kind would prove an excellent protection as regards the food supply of the country?
§ The Prime MinisterI am afraid I could not hear the hon. Member's question.
§ Mr. DayMay I ask the Prime Minister whether he does not agree that a Channel Tunnel of this kind would prove an extra protection to the food supply of this country in case of a future air raid?
§ The Prime MinisterNo, Sir; I do not think so.