27 DECEMBER 1940, Page 3

It is a significant change of emphasis and it will

be welcomed on most sides. Mr. Churchill is absorbed, as Defence Minister, in the major strategy of war on many fronts and at different levels. Surprises await the unwary at every turn, not excluding a sudden invasion. Therefore " vigilance must be unceasing." The House parted on this note of warning, greatly cheered by the successes in Italy.