HC Deb 12 May 1943 vol 389 c624
53. Mr. Higgs

asked the Minister of Supply the number of industrial undertakings predominantly working for his Department to which, as competent authority, he has appointed an official controller?

Sir A. Duncan

Authorised controllers have from time to time been appointed by the Minister of Supply to 17 undertakings in all, but in 15 of the cases the Control Order has been revoked, so that there are now only two firms with authorised controllers.

Mr. Higgs

Does the Minister consider that production will be doubled through taking action of this character?

Sir A. Duncan

The Ministry's production has gained by it.