HC Deb 10 November 1938 vol 341 cc308-9W
Mr. Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Air whether he has considered representations from Glasgow Corporation with reference to the facilities existing in Glasgow for the production of aircraft and component parts; and what action has been taken?

Sir K. Wood

Yes, Sir. I have received a request from the Corporation of Glasgow to receive the members of a special sub-committee of the corporation on the subject of the suitability of Glasgow as an area for the production of aircraft and component parts; and I am arranging to receive this deputation at an early date.

Mr. Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Air the total amount allocated to Scotland for future air force expansion; and the amount expended up to date?

Sir K. Wood

For purposes of air defence Scotland, like England, is regarded as an integral part of the United Kingdom; and there is no separate allocation from Air Votes for expenditure in Scotland. Expenditure on a considerable scale has, however, been undertaken in Scotland in connection with the expansion scheme. More than one million pounds is being spent on the erection of new Air Force Stations and flying training schools, and on the improvement of existing stations in Scotland. A large factory has been erected at Dumbarton for the manufacture of aircraft in connection with the expansion scheme and considerable extensions are being carried out at other factories.

I hope that we shall be able to make even greater use of Scottish engineering and industrial resources in the future.