§ Mr. JOYNSON-HICKSasked the Minister of Munitions whether the firm of Messrs. Jonas and Colver, of Sheffield, have been supplying steel for aero engines; and whether there have been any complaints in regard to defective steel supplied by that firm?
§ Mr. KELLAWAYThe answer to the first part of the question is Yes, Sir. There have been some complaints, but the number is not exceptional. Aero-engine alloy-steel have to meet difficult and stringent specifications. They are a comparatively new product, and the usual troubles have attended the early stages of development. The Department retains at the works of the firm a technical steel maker to advise and assist them in producing steel of the requisite qualities.