HC Deb 17 December 1942 vol 385 c2064
45. Mr. Driberg

asked the Prime Minister whether he can now make any statement concerning church bells, having in mind both the general demand for a more effective form of invasion warning and the immediate desire of many of the public that the bells shall be rung on Christmas morning?

The Deputy Prime Minister (Mr. Attlee)

It is hoped that an announcement will be made very shortly.

Mr. Driberg

Does the right hon. Gentleman recall that a week ago he said that there was no danger of the question not being settled before Christmas, and is he aware that Christmas is coming?

Commander Locker-Lampson

Will the right hon. Gentleman ring the bells if there is an announcement of the death of Hitler?