HC Deb 04 June 1934 vol 290 cc562-3
43. Mr. H. WILLIAMS

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he has any statement to make in respect of the Wheat Conference?

Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLE

I do not think I can usefully add anything to the statements regarding the proceedings of the Wheat Advisory Committee which have appeared in the Press from time to time. The Committee has adjourned till 27th June. If there is any particular point which my hon. Friend has in mind, perhaps he will communicate with me,

Mr. WILLIAMS

Is it not the case that recent events, due to the weather, have forced the price of wheat to a level higher than was contemplated when the Commitee met?

Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLE

The weather conditions have undoubtedly had an effect.

Sir PERCY HARRIS

Is the hon. and gallant Member taking account of the serious drought in the United States of America which may cause a wheat shortage and affect our supplies?

Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLE

All relevant facts will be taken into account.

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