§ Dr. CHAPPLEasked the Secretary of State for War whether he will set up a committee to consult with the local authorities and representative persons in and around Gretna with a view to removing grievances arising out of various Witt and post-War policies, promoting local development, and restoring prosperity?
Mr. GRAHAMI have been asked to answer this question. As the hon. Member is aware, exhaustive and prolonged efforts to sellen bloc the property at Gretna having failed, the Disposal and Liquidation Commission are engaged in disposing of the assets piecemeal, and a considerable amount has already been sold. It is proposed to offer; the unsold real property for sale by auction at the factory in June next. The Commission have been in constant touch with the local authorities in the factory area, and will he glad to consider any new representations that may be made to them. I do not consider that the appointment of a committee would serve any useful purpose.