§ 87. Mr. Lowasked the Minister of Supply whether contracts for the supply of tanks by his factories or his depots to foreign Governments contain an escape clause, allowing termination on grounds of national interest; and how long this clause has been included in such contracts.
§ Mr. G. R. StraussThere is no express clause to this effect, but there is an implied condition that delivery is subject to the over-riding needs of the United Kingdom Government.