§ 7. Mr. Dayasked the President of the Board of Trade particulars of the various complaints he has received owing to the shortage of foreign canned beef, caused by the voluntary arrangement for the limitation of imports of the same; and, in view of the fact that the price has increased, attributable to the quota, will he consider reviewing of same?
Mr. StanleyI have received no recent complaints of inadequate supplies of canned beef. I understand that the price of certain categories was increased on 1st July. The quantities of canned beef to be imported are now a matter for the consideration of the International Beef Conference, who have recommended in 1937 and the current year appreciable increases on the quotas compared with 1936.
§ Mr. DayIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that owing to the reduction of the quota the prices have gone up considerably to the poorest people, and that they have difficulty in obtaining supplies?
Mr. StanleyIf the hon. Member had listened to the reply he would have heard that there has been no reduction of the quota. There has been an increase this year and last year in comparison with 1936.