HC Deb 14 April 1920 vol 127 c1668
37. Mr. E. WOOD

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture whether he can state when it is proposed to introduce the Bill giving effect to the Government agricultural policy?

Sir A. BOSCAWEN

I regret the delay in connection with this Bill, but hope to be in a position to introduce it shortly.

Lieut.-Colonel A. C. MURRAY

Will this Bill apply to Scotland, or will there be a separate Bill?

Sir A. BOSCAWEN

That chiefly depends on the Scottish Members.

Mr. WOOD

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the delay in introducing this measure is giving rise to great misunderstanding?

Sir A. BOSCAWEN

Yes. I am aware of that.

Mr. R. TERRELL

What is the cause of the delay?

Sir A. BOSCAWEN

Perhaps the hon. Gentleman will give notice of that question.