HC Deb 03 November 1932 vol 269 c1966
49. Major CARVER

asked the Minister of Agriculture the number of prosecutions which have.been instituted under the Horticultural Produce (Sales on Commission) Act?

Major ELLIOT

Up to the end of last year proceedings were taken against 30 persons under the Act, and 26 convictions were obtained.

Major CARVER

Can my right hon. and gallant Friend say what is the object of keeping these Acts on the Statute Book, unless advantage is taken of them?

Major ELLIOT

As proceedings have been taken, and, 26 convictions have been obtained, it seems to me that advantage is being taken of these Acts.