§ 11. Mr. Shinwellasked the Secretary of State for Air whether he has considered a resolution from the West Lancashire and West Cheshire Labour Women's Advisory Council on the subject of allowances for the wives of Service men; why a reply was sent stating that the Liberal Party at its Annual Assembly a fortnight ago passed a resolution in favour of allowances for children, and that therefore the resolution from the Women's Labour parties is met by the policy of the Liberal Party; and whether this reply represents the policy of the Government?
§ Sir A. SinclairThe resolution will be carefully considered. The reply to it was sent owing to a misunderstanding, for which I have expressed regret.
§ Mr. ShinwellDo I understand, therefore, that my right hon. Friend will cause a letter to be sent to this organisation stating the official position of the Department in this matter?
§ Sir A. SinclairYes, Sir.