HC Deb 18 September 1940 vol 365 c152
25. Mr. Rhys Davies

asked the Minister of Supply whether he is aware that the number of sawmills in this country is inadequate to cut the available home-grown timber; and will he take steps to remedy this deficiency?

The Minister of Supply (Mr. Herbert Morrison)

Yes, Sir. Steps are being taken for the full use of existing sawmills, and new portable mills are being put into operation as speedily as they can be procured.