§ 21. Brigadier Lowasked the Secretary of State for War what steps he is taking to maintain in good condition 100,000 fighting vehicles which are now in dumps in this country or in Germany.
§ Mr. J. FreemanAs far as circumstances permit, serviceable vehicles are maintained in a state of care and preservation and vehicles due to be reconditioned receive maintenance to prevent further deterioration.
§ Brigadier LowWill the hon. Gentleman say whether there are, in fact, 100,000 fighting vehicles in dumps, and what object he has in mind in keeping all these vehicles in good condition?
§ Mr. FreemanNo, Sir, I am not prepared to give the figure, but some vehicles are being kept by the Army for subsequent use; others are in Ministry of Supply dumps for disposal.
Mr. E. P. SmithCan the hon. Gentleman say when such of these vehicles as are suitable for the purpose of adaptation to farming use will be made available to the agricultural purchaser?
§ Mr. FreemanI should want notice of that question.