44. Mr. Wellsasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many Rolls-Royce motor cars he has for disposal at present; who has been using them; where and for how long; and by what vehicles they are being replaced.
§ Dr. GilbertNo Rolls-Royce motor cars are owned by the Ministry of Defence. However, the Ministry of Defence, through the Ordnance Storage and Disposal Depot at Ruddington, acts as agent for all Government Departments for the sale of vehicles by public auction. There are two Rolls-Royces belonging to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office at Ruddington, both due for auction today, 14th December.