Wire Netting (Gardens and Allotments)

HC Deb 29 July 1946 vol 426 cc84-5W

81. Mr. Touche

asked the Minister of Agriculture if he will authorise W.A.E.Cs to issue permits to purchase wire netting to private growers to prevent the destruction of vegetables by pests.

Mr. Collick

No, Sir. Release of wire netting for private gardens and allotment holders is the responsibility of my right hon. Friend the Minister of Works.