HC Deb 14 June 1951 vol 488 c195W
10. Sir T. Moore

asked the President of the Board of Trade what are his plans for controlling the rising price of sisal so as to make it economically possible for Scottish fishermen to maintain their fishing gear efficiently, or replace it when worn out.

Sir H. Shawcross

All sisal used in this country is imported. I have no control over the price at which it is sold, as this is governed by world conditions of supply and demand.