§ Mr. L. Smithasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air how many of the shadow factories are now complete; and what is the approximate number of persons in employment in these factories?
§ Lieut.-Colonel MuirheadSeven shadow factories are now complete employing at the present time some 5,800 persons.
§ Mr. Simmondsasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air whether in the layout, design, and construction of the shadow factories, consistent attention has been given to vulnerability from air attack?
§ Lieut.-Colonel MuirheadYes, Sir, attention has been constantly given and is continuing to be given to this question.