§ 37. Mr. Spenceasked the Minister of Works if he will instruct his Department that the maximum possible use of Scottish home-grown timber is to be made this year; and what estimated additional quantities will be utilised.
§ The Minister of Works (Mr. David Eccles)Where this timber is suitable contractors will be encouraged to use it on work for which my Department is responsible. I cannot estimate the amount.
§ Mr. SpenceHas my right hon. Friend laid down any price policy for his purchasing departments? Will he ask them to see that prices are really related to those which prevailed before the storm?
§ Mr. EcclesWe do not know enough about the matter yet. In any case, my Department places contracts with the contractor, who purchases the timber.