§ 44. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY (for Mr. FENRY)asked the Minister of Agriculture how much money was spent during the year ending 31st December, 1925, on the construction or improvement of small harbours; and what available sum, if any, remains at the disposal of authorities desiring to make harbour improvements?
Mr. GUINNESSDuring the year ended 31st December, 1925, there was spent on the construction or improvement of small fishery harbours in England under the supervision of the Ministry a sum of £9,051, which included contributions from local sources of approximately £1,360. The greater part of the balance consisted of grants or loans from the Development Fund. I am sending the hon. Member a statement giving the details of the expenditure. With regard to the second part of the question, no definite sum has been set aside, for harbour improvements.