HC Deb 18 December 1956 vol 562 c1095
46. Mr. Gilbert Longden

asked the Prime Minister if he will replace the description Secretary of State for War by Secretary of State for the Army.

The Prime Minister

I recognise the purpose behind my hon. Friend's suggestion but the change would almost certainly involve legislation and I think it would be better to leave the title as it is.

Mr. Strachey

Would the Prime Minister consider transferring the title of Secretary of State for War to the First Lord of the Admiralty?