Estimates (Hansard, 10 February 1960)

HC Deb 10 February 1960 vol 617 cc435-6 435

§ 7. Mr. Frank Allaun
asked the Minister of Defence if he will reduce this year's Forces Estimates by £400 436 million, in view of the effect that such a reduction will have in helping those in depressed conditions at home and abroad, re-equipping industry, relaxing international tension and encouraging similar arms cuts in other countries.

§ Mr. Watkinson
No, Sir.

§ Mr. Allaun
Which policy involves the greater risk—an arms cut or an intensification of the arms race?

§ Mr. Watkinson
No doubt the hon. Gentleman will have an opportunity to debate the matter later today.