asked the Minister for Agriculture whether he is aware that canners have purchased Kerry cattle at less than 6d. per lb. whilst they are allowed up to 1/5 per lb. by the British Ministry of Food; and whether he will take steps to investigate the matter at the earliest possible date.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Purchase of Kerry Cattle by Canners.
The answer to the first part of the question is in the negative. If the Deputy is in a position to supply full details of any cases where such a price is alleged to have been paid I shall be glad to look into the matter.