HC Deb 22 February 1917 vol 90 c1486W
Mr. MacVEAGH

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether the Government proposes to take over the control of the timber trade in Ireland; and, if so, whether Irishmen will be nominated to look after Irish interests?

Mr. FORSTER

The limited control f the timber trade, assumed by the Army Council by their Order of the 4th February, applies equally to all parts of the United Kingdom, including Ireland. It is intended that the Director of Timber Supplies shall be assisted by an Advisory Committee, and it is proposed to nominate a representative of Irish interests as a member of this Committee.