HC Deb 06 July 1916 vol 83 c1655
32. Mr. WATT

asked the Secretary to the Treasury whether he is now prepared to finance the replanting of trees in Scotland where the woods have been purchased by the Government?

The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Montagu)

The question of the steps to be taken to preserve and increase the timber supply of this country is under the consideration of the Reconstruction Committee of the Cabinet.

Mr. WATT

Have not the Treasury already given their sanction for replanting in Ireland?

Mr. MacCALLUM SCOTT

Is the Reconstruction Committee of the Cabinet dealing with this matter itself or through another body?

Mr. MONTAGU

It is not dealing with the matter itself, but is conducting inquiries through another organisation.