HC Deb 27 June 1927 vol 208 cc22-3
29. Brigadier-General CLIFTON BROWN

asked the Minister of Agriculture what foreign agricultural products have been considered for marking by the Committee set up under the Merchandise Marks Act; when will this Committee report on these products; and whether he can give producers of British eggs any idea as to the date when unmarked foreign eggs will be prohibited from coming into this country?

Mr. GUINNESS

Four applications in respect of currants, raisins and sultanas; eggs; meat, including bacon and ham; and honey have already been submitted to the Committee. The case of imported oatmeal is also under consideration. I regret that it is not possible for me to give the dates on which the Reports of the Committee may be expected. As regards the last part of the question, I am unable to pre-judge the recommendations of the Committee.