HC Deb 28 March 1933 vol 276 c832
18. Mr. R. W. SMITH

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many acres of land have been purchased by the Department of Agriculture for Scotland since 1st January, 1932; whether the Department are at present negotiating the purchase of further land; and, if so, of how many acres?

Sir G. COLLINS

1,166 acres have been purchased since 1st January, 1932. Negotiations for the purchase of 315 acres are at present in progress.