§ Sir J. D. REESasked the Prime Minister whether, in. the matter of the State purchase of the liquor trade, the Government is holding its hand until it has ascertained the real opinion of the country; and, if so, whether it has been determined by the Government to take no action in the matter before the next General Election?
§ Mr. FINNEYasked the Prime Minister whether his attention has been called to a resolution passed at a meeting of the Central Food Economy Committee, Stoke-on-Trent, to the effect that no further use of wheat, grain, or other foodstuffs of any kind be allowed in the brewing of ale or beer; and whether he can indicate the steps the Government will take in dealing with the matter?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWI can add nothing to the replies which I have previously given on this subject.