§ 30. Mr. Coleasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in the interests of publicity and recruiting for Civil Defence, he will consider with the authorities concerned the desirability of taking advantage, so far as can be arranged, of the opportunities provided by fetes, shows and other functions held by other bodies during the summer, for the dissemination of Civil Defence publicity by means of demonstrations, distribution of literature, etc., at those functions.
§ Sir D. Maxwell FyfeI hope that local authorities will make the most of the opportunities for recruiting that these outdoor functions offer. Some authorities already do so and I am arranging for my hon. Friend's suggestions to be brought to the notice of others.
§ Mr. ColeWhile thanking my right hon. and learned Friend for that answer, may I ask if his Department would also 658 inquire into the other methods of making use of the facilities of local associations and societies whose co-operation, I am sure, would gladly be forthcoming?
§ Sir D. Maxwell FyfeYes, we are, and we shall be glad to extend our consideration of this matter.
Mr. LeeIs the Home Secretary aware that much is being done in this direction in some parts of the country and that in the North-West a quiz has been held between the different towns and cities in that area? On Sunday last Newton-leWillows soundly defeated Manchester.
§ Sir D. Maxwell FyfeI congratulate the hon. Gentleman.