HC Deb 06 July 1943 vol 390 c1914
6. Mr. Douglas

asked the Secretary of State for War what expense was incurred by the War Office in connection with the 4th June celebrations in North Africa?

Mr. A. Henderson

Inquiries are being made into this, and I will communicate with my hon. Friend as soon as I have received a report.

Mr. Douglas

Is it the view of the War Office that the campaign in North Africa was won on the playing fields of Eton, and that that justified the issue of public stores for a private celebration?

Mr. Henderson

I hope my hon. Friend will wait until we have ascertained whether public stores were used.

Mr. Stokes

Will my hon. Friend agree with me for once, that perhaps it would be a good thing if the total warriors in this House allowed the real soldiers to have a bit of fun when they want it?