59. Mr. V. Adamsasked the Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the recent serious and rapid deterioration of the situation, he will take steps forthwith 1712 greatly to enlarge the establishment of the British Army?
§ Sir V. WarrenderThe requirements of the present situation are under the consideration of His Majesty's Government; I am unable to make any statement on the subject.
Mr. AdamsIs not this a matter of great and growing urgency; and will the Government bear in mind that the people are willing to undergo any personal inconvenience in order to protect our national liberties?
§ Mr. GallacherIs it not the case that people will not undergo the inconvenience while there is such a Government and such a Prime Minister?
§ Sir A. KnoxIs it not the case that patriotic people will?