§ 84. Mr. Atkinsasked the Minister of Defence whether he is satisfied that the present system whereby some tank landing ships and tank landing craft are operated by the Royal Navy, some by the Army, and some by the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation is the most efficient way of organising this part of United Kingdom assault forces; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. SandysI am satisfied that the present system of operation of our amphibious shipping is both efficient and flexible, and takes into account the differing requirements in peace and in war.