HC Deb 08 December 1964 vol 703 cc1319-20
Q6. Mr. Dance

asked the Prime Minister if he will consider conserving manpower by using dogs to guard Chequers in future.

Mr. George Brown

I have been asked to reply.

Yes, Sir, when appropriate.

Mr. Dance

Surely life under Socialism is a dog's life? Should not dogs play a fuller part on these occasions?

Mr. Brown

The last time dogs were used was to protect Mr. Macmillan.

Mr. Manuel

Would my right hon. Friend agree, if he is going to consider the use of dogs to guard Chequers, that he should not employ dirty dogs—and so avoid any infiltration by hon. Members opposite?

Mr. Biggs-Davison

Would the right hon. Gentleman not consult the R.S.P.C.A.—[Interruption.]

Mr. Speaker

Order. I cannot hear if we are concerned with cruelty to animals or whatever it is.

Mr. Biggs-Davison

Would the right hon. Gentleman not consult with the R.S.P.C.A. before using dogs for this purpose?