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Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 6 March 1969.

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Photo of Mr John Fraser Mr John Fraser , Lambeth Norwood 12:00, 6 March 1969

Will my right hon. Friend consider, rather than devoting six days to a ritual fire dance over defence and the Service Estimates, diverting the time available to more important legislation? Will he consult his right hon. Friends about sending the Estimates to a Select Committee where they can be given much more detailed and constructive examination?