§ 60. Mr. Mott-Radclyffeasked the Minister of Agriculture whether he is 792 aware that tractor trailer tyres 800 x 19 and 800 x 20 are practically impossible to obtain; that these tyres may only be purchased for new vehicles; and what steps he is taking to ensure that an adequate supply of tractor trailer tyres of these dimensions are available for old trailers which are still serviceable.
§ Mr. T. WilliamsThese tyres are for horse-drawn vehicles. Supplies are not yet sufficient to meet all demands, but the tyre manufacturers are fully aware of this and are rapidly increasing production. Output in 1947 showed a large increase over 1946, and present indications are that 1948 will show a further very considerable increase. The greater part of the total production, in both 1946 and 1947, was used for replacement purposes.
§ Mr. Mott-RadclyffeIs the Minister certain that these sizes of tyres are solely for horse-drawn vehicles?
§ Mr. WilliamsYes, Sir.