§ 30. Mr. C. BATHURSTasked the President of the Board of Agriculture whether his Department was consulted as to the provisions of the Sale of Food and Drugs. Bill introduced last week by the President of the Local Government Board, and, especially as to Sub-section (3) of Clause 1 thereof, prior to its being drafted; and, if so, whether he gave his approval to the Bill?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANI saw the Bill in question before it was introduced by my right hon. Friend. I doubt whether its provisions materially affect my Department, but there will be time for detailed consideration before the Bill becomes law.
§ Mr. C. BATHURSTDo I understand that the right hon. Gentleman, as at present advised, is prepared to part with the control of the functions exercised by his Board in this matter?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANI should be very reluctant to give up any of the functions of my Board.