HC Deb 24 July 1918 vol 108 cc1811-2
89. Mr. FARRELL

asked the Food Controller if his office has complete control over the allocation of feeding cakes and cake meals as between Great Britain and Ireland?

Major ASTOR

Yes, Sir.

90. Mr. FARRELL

asked the estimated monthly output of cattle-feeding cakes and cake meals made in the three Kingdoms?

Major ASTOR

The estimated monthly output of cattle-feeding cakes and cake meals in the United Kingdom is slightly in excess of 50,000 tons. It must be borne in mind that this amount depends upon the finance being forthcoming for purchase of oil seeds and the shipping being available for their transportation.

Mr. FLAVIN

What proportion of these cattle-feeding cakes goes to Ireland?

Major ASTOR

I should require notice of that.

Mr. FLAVIN

Is he aware that practically for the last twelve or eighteen months none went to Ireland, but all was kept in this country?