HC Deb 13 March 1940 vol 358 cc1173-4
27. Mr. J. J. Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Air the total amount of Air Ministry work in Scotland undertaken by the firm of Mowlem's, Limited?

Sir K. Wood

The value of the work concerned is approximately £500,000.

Mr. Davidson

Has the greater proportion of this contract been given direct to this firm without any other firm having the right of tendering?

Sir K. Wood

I will obtain that information and let the hon. Member know.

Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Moore

Can my right hon. Friend say what the firm of McAlpine's are doing in England?