§ 65. Major RUGGLES-BRISEasked the Minister of Agriculture whether a decision has yet been reached as to the channels through which it is proposed to make the advances to farmers of short-term credits under the Credit Facilities Scheme; whether it is proposed to make these advances through co-operative societies; and, if so, whether he will consider the claims of individual firms and traders?
§ Sir R. SANDERSMy hon. and gallant Friend will understand that it is impossible for me to make a categorical statement at this stage on the point which he raises. I can only suggest that he should await the terms of the Bill.
§ Mr. A. V. ALEXANDERWill the right hon. Gentleman consult both the bodies mentioned by the hon. and gallant Member, namely, the individual traders and the co-operative societies, before drafting his Bill?
§ Sir R. SANDERSA Committee sat for months on this question, and, I believe, consulted every sort of interest affected.