§ 6. Mr. BOLANDasked the Vice-President of the Department of Agriculture (Ireland) what steps, if any, have been taken to increase the output of kelp, with 1011 a view to supply the deficiency in imports, for which the by-products of kelp provide an efficient substitute?
§ Mr. RUSSELLThe kelp industry is almost entirely confined to congested districts, but the Department are prepared to co-operate in any steps which may seem practicable for developing the industry, and, in response to applications received from time to time, have furnished all the information in their possession.
§ Mr. BOLANDIs the right hon. Gentleman in a position to state as a matter of fact that kelp drying has increased during the last few months?
§ Mr. RUSSELLI am afraid not.