§ 40. Sir JOHN HASLAMasked the Minister of Agriculture whether it is within his knowledge that some of the cheapest grades of foreign butter, including Siberian, are being sold to the public in the North of England as best Kiel butter; and, since this name suggests an origin other than the country of production, if he will ascertain whether such 2076 misdescription comes within the scope of the Merchandise Marks Acts, and particularly of the Butter Marking Order, with a view to taking the requisite action?
§ The MINISTER of AGRICULTURE (Mr. Elliot)I have seen reports to the effect that "Kiel" is being used in connection with butter from various sources. Under the Butter Marking Order, all imported butter when sold or exposed for sale must bear an indication of origin. If my hon. Friend will give me particulars of any cases where the requirements of the Order are not being complied with, I will look into the matter.