HC Deb 16 December 1929 vol 233 c958
40. Mr. SMITHERS

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether it is still the policy of the Government that land should come under public control?

Mr. BUXTON

Yes, Sir.

Mr. SMITHERS

What steps have the Government taken since they came into office to carry out this important Election pledge?

Viscountess ASTOR

What kind of land must we get ready to hand over?

Mr. SMITHERS

May I ask for an answer to my question?

Mr. BUXTON

I have answered the question upon the Order Paper. There is no present intention of introducing legislation, because the political situation forbids it.

Mr. F. OWEN

Should not the Minister of Agriculture be brought under some form of public control?