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Bureau Of Current Affairs (Paper Supplies)

Volume 439: debated on Thursday 3 July 1947

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58.

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury how much paper the Bureau of Current Affairs received from Government sources on or after its transfer from official control.

One hundred and twenty thousand sheets, some partly printed with background maps, were handed over at the time of transfer on the understanding that these would be replaced.

I am making inquiries about that, and I will let the hon. Member know as soon as I have the information.

Will the right hon. Gentleman assure the House that he will resist these mealy-mouthed attempts to attack the Bureau and curtail free speech?