HC Deb 22 June 1938 vol 337 cc1105-6W
Mr. Butcher

asked the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs whether he is aware of the increase in the imports of dairy produce, especially milk-powder, from Australia during recent months; and whether he will make representations to ensure that the interests of British farmers and manufacturers are in no way prejudiced?

Lord Stanley

It is the case that imports of milk-powder from Australia have recently shown some tendency to increase, but, on the other hand, imports of butter, which is by far the most important item of dairy produce imported from Australia, were lower during the past five months of this year than the imports in the corresponding period of 1936. The situation will continue to be closely watched.