HC Deb 03 November 1932 vol 269 cc1966-7
51. Lieut.-Colonel WINDSOR-CLIVE

asked the Minister of Agriculture what immediate steps the Government proposes to take in order to deal with the crisis in the agricultural industry?

Major ELLIOT

As soon as I am able to make a statement my hon. and gallant Friend can rely upon my doing so. The urgency of the situation is fully appreciated.

Mr. ALBERY

Can my right hon. and gallant Friend say whether the Government are preparing to take emergency measures of a temporary nature, apart from a long-range policy?

Major ELLIOT

It is quite impossible in the terms of question and answer to enter into a discussion of Government policy.

Sir P. HARRIS

Will you summon Lord Beaverbrook?

Mr. ALBERY

rose—

Mr. SPEAKER

The Minister has already indicated that he cannot add to his answer.