HC Deb 31 October 1932 vol 269 c1426
31. Mr. GLOSSOP

asked the Minister of Agriculture what steps he proposes to take with the premises of the bacon factory at Sherburn-in-Elmet, Yorkshire, which has recently come into the possession of the Government by virtue of their position as first mortgagees?

Major ELLIOT

A Government loan secured by way of first mortgage was made to the society which operated this factory, but the premises have not come into the possession of the Ministry. The liquidator has failed to sell the property by auction, and I am keeping in touch with local interests as to the future of the factory.

Mr. GLOSSOP

Will the right hon. and gallant Gentleman take steps to correct the statement which appeared in the Press that the liquidator bad handed over the deeds to the Ministry of Agriculture?

Major ELLIOT

I think that this question and answer will sufficiently correct that impression.