HC Deb 24 September 1931 vol 256 c1817
73. Mr. DAY

asked the Minister of Agriculture what has now been decided with regard to continuing the grants to landlords in aid of schemes of field drainage and other works for agricultural purposes; and whether the necessary instructions have been issued to the county councils concerned?

Sir J. GILMOUR

As announced in the White Paper on national economy, Cmd. 3952, it has been decided to discontinue grants to landowners in aid of schemes of field drainage, water supply and claying of fen lands. The necessary instructions have been issued to county councils.

Mr. DAY

Have all the county councils been notified?

Sir J. GILMOUR

Notices have been issued.

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