§ Mr. STANIERasked when the committee to inquire into the causes of the outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease will be appointed; who will be the members; and what are the terms of reference?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANI hope to be able to publish the constitution of the committee and the terms of reference very shortly. I cannot name a date, but I am losing no time in the matter.
§ Mr. STANIERHas the right hon. Gentleman received any report from county councils and local bodies asking that no time should be lost in this matter?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANYes, I have already received these, and I am losing no time in the matter. The names of those composing the committee and the reference will be published shortly.
§ Mr. C. BATHURSTWhat is the reason why the appointment of this committee is being deferred?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANThere is no special reason. The hon. Gentleman knows there has been a change in the office which I at present hold. I am trying to overhaul the work as rapidly as I can.