HC Deb 17 March 1949 vol 462 c2272
40. Mr. Peter Freeman

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether his attention has been drawn to the claim by Mr. J. C. S. Hunt of Newport, Monmouthshire, for £32,652 in connection with the manufacture and supply to local authorities of precast concrete units for the waterproofing of Anderson shelters during the late war; and what action he proposes to take in the matter.

Mr. Ede

Yes, Sir. I have fully investigated this case and I am satisfied that there are no grounds for his claim against my Department.

Mr. Freeman

In view of the fact that Mr. Hunt is practically bankrupt and has very little chance of contesting his case in the courts, will my right hon. Friend permit an independent impartial investigation, especially in view of the very large sum involved?

Mr. Ede

No, Sir, I do not think there is any justification for this matter being further considered.