HC Deb 22 June 1937 vol 325 cc1011-2
39. Mr. R. Gibson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether in further- ance of the Government's new agricultural proposals, it is intended to compile a list of approved suppliers of lime and basic slag for fertilising purposes; and, if so, will he keep in view the services and facilities of such firms in Greenock with a view to the inclusion of these firms in such a list?

Mr. Elliot

As the hon. and learned Member will be aware, it is the intention of the Government to bring before Parliament immediately the legislation that will be necessary to give effect to the proposals communicated to the House by my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries on 27th May last. The legislation will contemplate the preparation of a list of approved suppliers of lime and basic slag, and it is the present intention to invite, at the appropriate stage, all producers and merchants who are already engaged in supplying these materials to farmers to apply for provisional approval under the Scheme.

Mr. Gibson

Will the right hon. Gentleman see that that applies to the second part of the question?

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