HC Deb 24 October 1939 vol 352 cc1199-200
56. Mr. De la Bère

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will consider the appointment of a liaison officer between the Treasury and the British public?

Captain Crookshank

My right hon. Friend sees no need for an additional appointment of this character.

Mr. De la Bère

Is my right hon. and gallant Friend aware that the little men and the little women in this country are very much concerned in this matter, and why should not they have contact with the Treasury? Is he further aware of the danger which arises from the dead hand of the Treasury, which absolutely suppresses all constructive effort in this country? May I have an answer?

Captain Crookshank

I was wondering whether there was any need for an additional appointment in view of the fact that there is already a liaison officer at the Treasury.

Mr. De la Bère

Will the right hon. and gallant Gentleman name that gentleman? No one is aware who he is. Will he give me an answer?