HC Deb 29 January 1918 vol 101 cc1431-2
52. Mr. WATT

asked what is the reason that, in fixing the minimum prices for potatoes in 1918, the pm-ice for Scotland is in every instance fixed at 10s. per ton less than the price in England and Wales?

Mr. C LYNES

As stated in the announcement of arrangements for the 1918 potato crop: "The differential treatment given to Scottish potatoes reflects the desire of the Food Controller to relieve transport difficulties by putting the highest premium on the potatoes grown nearest to the principal consuming areas. It also follows the ordinary custom of the trade and takes into account the fact that Scottish farmers obtain their seed cheaper and command a higher price for it than English farmers."

Mr. WATT

Is this another instance of an Englishman bullying a downtrodden Scot?

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