HC Deb 30 January 1918 vol 101 c1544
48. Mr. WILES

asked the Prime Minister if he will consider the advisability of extending the time for shooting game this season owing to the general shortage of meat in the country?

Mr. PROTHERO

The Destruction of Pheasants Order (No. 2), of which I am sending my hon. Friend a copy, enables pheasants to be shot during the close season.

Admiral of the Fleet Sir H. MEUX

May I ask is the right hon. Gentleman discriminating between cock pheasants and hen pheasants?

Mr. PROTHERO

Those concerned may draw that distinction.

Mr. MILLAR

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that in Scotland also the season has been extended?

Mr. PROTHERO

I am afraid that is a question which should be addressed to the Secretary for Scotland.