§ 56. Mr. G. Macdonaldasked the Secretary of State for War what building contractors were given the opportunity of tendering for the ammunition store and buildings at Rainford, near St. Helens, Lancashire; and whether all the contractors in the adjacent districts were given the same opportunity?
§ Sir V. WarrenderI regret I have not been able to obtain particulars in the time available, but I will write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.
§ Mr. MacdonaldIs the Minister aware that in this case no Wigan firm was asked to tender; that these firms arc being left out in the cold and that preferential treatment is being given to other firms?
§ Sir V. WarrenderI am anxious to make the fullest inquiries.