§ 32 and 42. Mr. CAMPBELLasked (1) the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs whether, in view of the recommendations contained in the Report of the Imperial Shipping Committee on certain aspects of the Canadian cattle trade, he can state whether any steps are being taken to arrange a consultation between the British and Canadian Governments;
(2) asked the Minister of Agriculture whether, in view of the recommendation contained in the Report of the Imperial Shipping Committee on certain aspects of the Canadian cattle trade that further landing facilities for cattle should be provided at London and ports on the East Coast and elsewhere, he will state if and when be proposes to get in touch with the port authorities in regard to the provision of suitable facilities?
§ The MINISTER of AGRICULTURE (Mr. Guinness)I have been asked to reply, and will answer these questions together. I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer I gave on the 22nd instant to my hon. Friend the Member for Ormskirk (Mr. Blundell). I would explain that the provision of landing places for the reception of imported animals is a matter entirely for private enterprise, and I cannot take the initiative in this direction. As I stated in the previous reply referred to, I am always prepared to approve any new landing place which complies with the requirements of my Department and I am ready to advise port authorities and others as to the lay out and equipment of such premises.