HC Deb 11 February 1947 vol 433 c38W
70. Mr. A. Lewis

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will consider proclaiming 1st May, 1947, a national holiday, as a mark of esteem for the efforts made by the workers of this country during the war period.

Mr. Dalton

No, Sir, for the reasons which I have already given to my hon. Friend.