HC Deb 05 October 1944 vol 403 cc1124-5
49. Mr. W. J. Brown

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether he can now state the Government's long-term policy for the future of the agricultural industry.

The Minister of Agriculture (Mr. R. S. Hudson)

No, Sir.

Mr. W. J. Brown

Is not the right hon. Gentleman aware that many months have elapsed since the Debate took place on agriculture in the course of Which he promised a further statement on this matter? May we assume that the reply will be forthcoming before the General Election?

Mr. Hudson

I think it is a hypothetical question.

Mr. De la Bère

Why does the Minister always indulge in these mysterious strategic silences? Are they not painful, and very unsatisfactory?

Mr. W. J. Brown

In view of the absence of any adequate reply to my Question, I beg to give notice that I shall raise the matter on the Adjournment.