HC Deb 09 September 1941 vol 374 cc29-30
50. Mr. Graham White

asked the Minister without Portfolio whether he is now in a position to state what decisions have been taken in regard to the recommendations of the Uthwatt Committee; and whether it is his intention to introduce legislation in this connection at an early date?

Sir Patrick Hannon

asked the Minister without Portfolio whether, following the presentation of the report of the Uthwatt Committee, he will now make a statement on the policy of His Majesty's Government following upon the conclusion of the war?

Mr. Mander

asked the Minister with out Portfolio when it is proposed to intro duce legislation consequent on the recommendations of the Uthwatt Committee, and to set up a central planning authority as recommended therein?

The Minister without Portfolio (Mr. Arthur Greenwood)

The decisions of the Government respecting the recommendations of Mr. Justice Uthwatt's Committee and the establishment of a central planning authority were the subject of a statement circulated by me in reply to a Question on 17th July. The Government will introduce the legislation referred to in that statement as soon as possible.