HC Deb 01 April 1913 vol 51 c204
57. Mr. WATT

asked whether any annual Grant, and, if so, to what extent, is given to the Board of Agriculture in Scotland for the encouragement of tobacco growing in that country?

Mr. MASTERMAN

The answer is in the negative, but approved growers for experimental purposes receive a rebate of 1s. 3d. of the Excise Duty.

Mr. WATT

Why is Scotland neglected in this matter?

Mr. MASTERMAN

I take it Scotland is receiving exactly what Ireland received before it was commuted for a Grant.