HC Deb 07 July 1920 vol 131 c1429
26. Mr. LAWSON

asked the Minister of Labour whether he has made representations to the Prime Minister of the need for flax in view of the state of unemployment in Ireland?

Dr. MACNAMARA

The Government fully realise the need of increasing flax supplies, whether by importation or otherwise, and have for some time been giving careful attention to the matter.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Has the right hon. Gentleman impressed upon the Cabinet the necessity of admitting Russian flax at the earliest possible moment?

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