HC Deb 29 September 1931 vol 257 cc199-200
30. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Minister of Agriculture what measures he proposes for the encouragement of agriculture, husbandry, and the raising of stock in view of the new economic situation; and, in particular, what measures are proposed to add to the acreage devoted to arable farming?

The MINISTER of AGRICULTURE (Sir John Gilmour)

I would refer the hon. and gallant Member to the reply given by the Prime Minister on 14th September to a question by my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Buckrose (Major Braithwaite).

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Is the Minister not aware yet that the whole situation has radically altered since 14th September? Surely we are going to get some declaration of policy?

Sir J. GILMOUR

I can add nothing to the reply.

Major COLFOX

Is it not a fact—[Interruption].

43. Mr. W. B. TAYLOR

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, having regard to the Government decision not to proceed with the agricultural credits from this country for the benefit of Central European farmers, the sum of £120,000 per annum thereby saved may be allocated to the help of the hard-pressed arable and cereal cultivators in our own country?

Mr. P. SNOWDEN

I regret that in present circumstances I am not in a position to provide funds for the purpose suggested.