§ 18. Sir NICHOLAS GRATTAN-DOYLEasked the Secretary of State for War whether the timber used by his Department is of Empire origin; and, if not, from what other sources is the timber derived?
§ The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the WAR OFFICE (Mr. Sanders)Approximately 50 per cent. of the timber purchased by the War Office is of Empire origin. The remaining 50 per cent. is obtained principally from Russia, Fin- 255 land, Sweden, France and Germany. Wherever Empire timber is suitable, preference is given to it.
§ Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLEIn view of the action taken by the United States respecting this imported timber, will the hon. Gentleman make representations to the Government that we should follow their example?
§ Mr. SANDERSI believe the notice of my right hon. Friend has already been called to that matter.