HC Deb 20 July 1916 vol 84 c1226W
Mr. BROOKES

asked the Minister of Munitions if any contracts for Government supplies have been given to and are now being carried out by firms of German origin whose proprietors or directors are now limited to the 5-mile area?

Dr. ADDISON

I have no knowledge of any such case; certain firms of German origin whose work is necessary or useful to us are being dealt with by the Board of Trade in such a way as to get their control and management transferred to safe hands. If the hon. Member has any particular case in his mind and will furnish me with the necessary details I will have inquiries made.