§ 33. Major CARVERasked the Home Secretary how many prosecutions have been instituted under the Auction (Bidding Agreements) Act; where the prosecutions have taken place; and what has been the result in each case?
§ Sir J. GILMOURNo prosecutions under Section 1 of the Act have been taken in England or Wales.
§ Major CARVERIs my right hon. Friend aware that, if more prosecutions were made, it would help the farming community, who are anxious to get good prices for their goods?
§ Sir H. CAUTLEYIs not the Minister aware that these rings at cattle sales and auctions are more prevalent now than ever before, and will he consider the advisability of arranging for some officer to visit the various sales with a view to taking steps for the prevention of breaches of this Act, which are taking place daily?
§ Sir J. GILMOURI am, of course, prepared to consider any such steps, and will look into the question.