HC Deb 14 April 1930 vol 237 c2627
53. Viscount WOLMER

asked the Minister of Agriculture how many meetings of the Agricultural Conference have taken place; when it met last; and when he anticipates it will have concluded its abroad?

Mr. N. BUXTON

The Agricultural Conference has held 10 meetings, the last taking place on Friday, 21st March. The Conference is holding itself in readiness for further meetings, but I am not at present in a position to give the date of the next meeting.

Viscount WOLMER

Why has the Conference not met in the last few weeks?

Mr. BUXTON

The Conference is awaiting the result of the technical examination of proposals before fixing an exact date.

Viscount WOLMER

Did the right hon. Gentleman adjourn the Conference?

Mr. BUXTON

No, Sir.