Belgian F.N. Rifle

Oral Answers to Questions — Ministry of Supply – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 1 February 1954.

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Photo of Mr George Chetwynd Mr George Chetwynd , Stockton-on-Tees 12:00, 1 February 1954

asked the Minister of Supply when it is proposed to produce the Belgian F.N. rifle in this country; and what orders have been placed for its purchase from Belgian sources.

Photo of Mr Duncan Sandys Mr Duncan Sandys , Wandsworth Streatham

It is still too early to give a precise answer to the first half of the hon. Member's Question. With regard to the second half, apart from a few samples, no orders have as yet been placed.