Malta Garrison Ball

HC Deb 17 April 1951 vol 486 c1658

39. Mr. Yates

asked the Secretary of State for War what was the cost to public funds of transporting by air five pipers of the Cameron Highlanders to play for the guests at the Malta Garrison Ball.

Mr. Strachey

None, Sir.

Mr. Yates

Do I understand from that answer that the machinery of the War Office was not used in any shape or form in connection with this matter? Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that there is considerable resentment that exhibitions of this nature should be permitted whilst people are asked to make greater sacrifices for re-armament? Do I understand from the answer—

Mr. Speaker

That is a speech. The answer was "None," and that is a complete answer.