HC Deb 07 June 1939 vol 348 c415
47. Mr. Riley

asked the Prime Minister when legislation will be introduced to deal with the limitation of the profits of firms engaged in armament production; and to provide that in the event of war steps will be taken to penalise profiteering and prevent additions to individual fortunes cut of war-created wealth, as embodied in the resolution on compulsory military training passed by this House on 27th April, 1939?

The Prime Minister

With regard to the first part of the hon. Member's question, the matter to which he refers is under consideration, and it is hoped to make a statement on the subject next week. As regards the second part of the question, I would point out to the hon. Member that the Resolution of 27th April did not contemplate legislation in peace time on the subject to which he refers.

Mr. Thorne

Are the Government considering the possibility of having a Government auditor upon the job in the case of these firms?

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