HC Deb 22 March 1917 vol 91 cc2079-80W
Mr. H. JONES

asked the President of the Board of Agriculture whether, in view of the extensive felling of timber, any steps are being taken to encourage re-afforestation?

Sir R. WINFREY

Large numbers of seedlings are being raised so as to be ready for planting after the War, when the necessary labour will be available. As my hon. Friend is probably aware, the whole question of afforestation policy is under consideration by a Sub-Committee of the Reconstruction Committee.

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