§ 43. Sir Leonard Lyleasked the Minister of Supply whether he is satisfied with the output of heavy tanks, and with the provision of spare parts for those in use?
§ The Minister of Supply (Sir Andrew Duncan)I am glad to say that the output of heavy tanks has shown and is showing continuous and gratifying expansion. A definite proportion of spares is an essential part of the programme, but the extent of that proportion must always be adjusted in accordance with operational experience.