HC Deb 05 November 1936 vol 317 cc272-3W
Colonel WEDGWOOD

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Air whether he is aware that there is no factory in North Staffordshire engaged in the production of aircraft or engines; and will he remedy this defect?

Sir P. SASSOON

I am aware of the fact that there is no factory in North Staffordshire engaged in the production of aircraft or aero-engines. Under the policy of the Government explained in the White Paper (Cmd. 5295) I fear that it would not be feasible to establish a Government factory in that locality.

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