HC Deb 27 June 1950 vol 476 c2090
41. Mr. Ian Harvey

asked the Secretary of State for War whether, in view of the changing nature of potential air-attack, he is satisfied that the proposed development of Headquarters, Anti-Aircraft Command, in its present location is both military sound and financially wise.

Mr. Strachey

Yes, Sir.

Mr. Harvey

Did the right hon. Gentleman arrive at that conclusion by assessing Headquarters Anti-Aircraft Command, as operational or administrative headquarters?

Mr. Strachey

As operational headquarters, but where it is located is entirely bound up with the question of Fighter Command of the Royal Air Force. We should take the advice ultimately of the Chiefs of Staff on this matter.

Mr. Harvey

In view of the unsatisfactory nature of the reply, I beg to give notice that I shall raise the matter again.