§ 43. Mr. F. WHYTEasked the Food Controller whether he is now in a position to announce the terms of the potato 27 distribution scheme for 1918; and whether he is aware that there is anxiety in Scotland lest the needs of the Scottish be overlooked and a scheme adopted which unsuitable to Scottish conditions?
§ Major ASTORIt is hoped to announce the details of this scheme before the Recess. I may add that Scotland was adequately represented on the Advisory Committee, and Scottish needs and conditions will be fully borne in mind.