HC Deb 07 April 1909 vol 3 cc1249-51W
Mr. CAVE

asked the hon. Member for South Somerset, as representing the President of the Board of Agriculture, how many applications have been received from county councils and other persons for leave to appear by counsel at inquiries under the Small Holdings Act; and how many of such applications have been granted?

Sir E. STRACHEY

One county council and three owners have applied for leave to appear by counsel. None of the applications were granted.

Mr. GEORGE HARDY

asked what schemes have been adopted in Suffolk under the Small Holdings Act of 1907, where situated, and the amount of land granted in each village?

Sir E. STRACHEY

Schemes for the acquisition of 47 acres in Mendlesham, 154 acres in Mutford, and 27 acres in Sudbury St. George have been approved. Other schemes in Barking, Mildenhall, and Rattlesden are under consideration.