Mr. A. STANLEYasked the Secretary of State for War whether the most suitable type of dirigible airship for the requirements of the Army has yet been decided upon; and whether the construction of a new airship of any type has yet been commenced by the Army Balloon Department?
§ Mr. HALDANEThe reply is in the negative.
§ Mr. DU CROSasked the Secretary of State for War whether the Balloon Department has yet submitted any Report or recommended any programme with regard to the construction of dirigible airships for Army purposes; if so, upon what dates; whether this matter has yet been considered by the Army Council; and, if so, what decision has been arrived at?
§ Mr. HALDANEI am not in a position at the present moment to give any replies to the points raised in this question.