HC Deb 19 July 1915 vol 73 c1174
73. Mr. BALDWIN

asked whether the compulsory purchase of hay is made direct from farmers or through dealers; and, if the former, whether any compensation will be made to dealers in consideration of loss of trade?

Mr. FORSTER

Compulsory purchase is only resorted to when voluntary methods fail. It is applied to farmers and dealers alike. The second part of the question, therefore, does not arise.