HC Deb 26 March 1958 vol 585 c43W
62. Mr. Grimond

asked the Secretary of State for War what steps are being taken to tighten up responsibility for the expenditure of public funds in his Department; and if he will make a further statement on the action he is taking over the large and unnecessary purchase of boots.

Mr. J. Amery

The case to which the hon. Member refers has been reported to the House by the Comptroller and Auditor-General. I should prefer to await the report of the Public Accounts Committee before making any further statement.

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