Thursday, 13 April 1939
The House—summoned by Mr. SPEAKER in pursuance of the Resolution of 6th April—met at a Quarter before Three of the Clock, Mr. SPEAKER in the Chair.
May I ask the Prime Minister whether he has any statement to make as regards business?
(by Private Notice) asked the President of the Board of Trade when it is proposed, in the interest of the trade of this country, to bring into operation the peace-time scheme for the war risks...
Motion made, and Question proposed, "That this House do now adjourn" — [Captain Margesson.]
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