HC Deb 18 February 1960 vol 617 cc134-5W
16. Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether, in view of recent flood damage to agricultural land, he will increase the grants available to farmers for land drainage.

Mr. John Hare

While sympathising with those who have suffered flood damage following the recent heavy rainfall, I regret that I should not be justified in offering financial assistance additional to the substantial grants already available to farmers and drainage authorities.