§ 8. Mr. C. BATHURSTasked if, as a result of a Grant for the purpose from the 561 Development Commissioners or otherwise, it is proposed to secure the wider distribution by telegraph, from the British Meteorological Office, of the daily weather forecasts, for the benefit of farmers during the coming hay and corn harvests; and, if so, how such forecasts will be made known and when the scheme will be put into operation?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANSo far as the Board are aware no arrangements have been made for the purpose mentioned.
§ Mr. C. BATHURSTIs the right hon. Gentleman doing anything in this matter?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANI think the matter has been discussed by the Development Commission, but I am not taking any action at present.