HC Deb 02 May 1949 vol 464 cc635-6
36. Sir William Darling

asked the Minister of Transport what plans for the future of the Forth and Clyde Canal he has under consideration.

stantial reductions as compared with corresponding period two years ago. With permission I will circulate the details in the OFFICIAL REPORT. I regret that information is not available to show whether there has been a fall in the uncontrolled prices of any foods other than fresh fruit and vegetables.

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The Minister of Transport (Mr. Barnes)

The Forth and Clyde Canal is vested in the British Transport Commission, who are responsible for its future.

Sir W. Darling

Does not the right hon. Gentleman share with me a certain curiosity about its future, and would he care to surrender to the temptation and make some inquiries?