asked the Minister for Agriculture if he will state (a) the names and number of firms which have contracted to wrap imported butter in 1 lb. packets; (b) the sum per cwt. allowed in respect of such contracts; (c) the total sum paid to such firms since 13th June, 1951, and (d) how many tons of imported butter were wrapped.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Wrapping of Imported Butter.
Mr. Walsh
The information sought by the Deputy is not available in my Department.
May I ask why that information is not available?
Mr. Walsh
It is not available in my Department. That is all I know.
Can the Minister indicate where that information can be obtained?
Mr. Walsh
No.