§ SIR JOHN LUBBOCK (London University)I beg to ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether his attention has been called to the fact that potato spirit was being introduced from the Continent flavoured so as to resemble, and subsequently sold as, rum; and whether Her Majesty's Government would take steps to put a stop to this system of adulteration?
§ * MR. GOSCHENI am aware that representations have been made to the Customs authorities that much of the spirit which is imported into this county from the Continent as rum is factitious. The question of adulteration of imported liquors does not, however, concern the 341 Customs Officers, but is one as to which it rests with purchasers or consumers to take action under standing Acts on the subject.