§ 49. Mr. Collinsasked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster whether he will consider reducing the allocation of horticultural glass to German farmers and make available the resultant surplus to British growers.
§ Mr. J. HyndSupplies of glass in the British zone of Germany are insufficient to meet even essential requirements. In 24 view of the serious food shortage, it is imperative that as much indigenous pro duce as possible should be grown in the zone. I cannot, therefore, at the moment consider any reduction in the already in adequate allocation of glass to German farmers. I understand, however, that the possibility is being explored of bringing to this country glass-making materials from the American zone of Germany.
§ Mr. CollinsIs my hon. Friend aware that the amount of produce from the existing glass houses in Germany is very small compared with the glass coverage? Can he inquire into this matter?