§ 19. Mr. P. Wellsasked the Minister of Food whether he will reconsider his decision to close the Faversham slaughterhouse when the new Canterbury abattoir comes into operation.
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeNo such decision has been taken.
§ Mr. WellsWill the Minister undertake to receive representations from the National Farmers' Union and the local butchers' association before any decision is taken?
§ Major Lloyd GeorgeI would be willing to take all submissions into consideration. At the moment, there is no intention of doing what is suggested.