HC Deb 03 May 1937 vol 323 c787
57. Mr. De la Bère

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he can give the figures of the total number of bankruptcies amongst farmers for the year 1936?

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Board of Trade (Dr. Burgin)

The number of bankruptcies in England and Wales in 1936 amongst those who are described in the returns as farmers was 125.

Mr. De la Bère

Is the Minister entirely satisfied with the Department of the Board of Trade which is dealing with bankruptcies?

Dr. Burgin

Absolutely; and with every other Department of the Board of Trade.