§ 46. Mr. GOLDSMITHasked the Prime Minister whether he is aware of the disappointment caused by his decision not to proceed with the Bee Disease Bill; and whether he will allow the Bill to be introduced at an early date next Session?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI regret that in consequence of unexpected opposition, it was found impossible to proceed with the Bee Disease Bill this Session. The Government will consider favourably the introduction of a new Bill dealing with the subject next Session.
MARQUESS of TULLIBARDINEIs the right hon. Gentleman not aware that the opposition to this measure only comes from a small and rather noisy section of the population, and also that great ravages are being caused among the hives of small holders and others?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI am very sorry that this Bill has not gone through.