HC Deb 12 December 1950 vol 482 cc152-4W
Mr. J. Morrison

asked the Minister of Agriculture what administrative action has been taken to reduce the risks of future losses by fire in Forestry Commission areas.

Mr. T. Williams

I would refer the hon. Member to pages 64 and 65 of the Thirtieth Annual Report of the Forestry Commissioners, which was presented to Parliament on 13th November last.

Mr. J. Morrison

asked the Minister of Agriculture what was the loss by fire in acreage and money to the Forestry Commission property in the year ended 30th September, 1950.

Mr. T. Williams

The acreage of plantations burnt was approximately 160, valued at £7,200.