HC Deb 20 December 1944 vol 406 c1764
32. Mr. Driberg

asked the Minister of Information if the dissolution of his Ministry is to take place at the end of the war against Germany or at the end of the war against Japan; and if he will circulate in HANSARD a statement showing which Departments will be responsible after that event for those activities of his Ministry, such as the information services in America, the Crown Film Unit, the publication of official pamphlets, and the War-Time Social Survey, which are likely to be of permanent value.

The Minister of Information (Mr. Brendan Bracken)

I am afraid that I do not know the answer to this Question until it is decided for me. It is unusual for victims to select the date for their own execution.

Mr. Driberg

Is my right hon Friend aware that we always view with interest and concern his desire for suicide? Has he not consulted with those who are responsible? Could he not at least answer the latter part of the Question?

Mr. Bracken

No, Sir, I have given the hon. Gentleman a most comprehensive answer.

Mr. Ivor Thomas

Is my right hon. Friend aware that we all want to attend the funeral, and would like to have due notice?