Timber Production (Felling)

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Trade and Commerce – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 8 December 1949.

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Photo of Mr Harold Wilson Mr Harold Wilson , Ormskirk 12:00, 8 December 1949

Yes, Sir. The types of timber which comprise the great bulk of home production are hardwood and pit-wood. I am glad to say that the improvement in the import prospects has enabled us to make further progress towards bringing the felling of our timber into line with the annual increment of growth. Felling in 1949 was limited to 75 per cent. of the hardwood and 50 per cent. of the softwood felled in 1947; and a further reduction of 20 per cent. from the 1949 level has been agreed for all home felling in 1950. From 1st January next, the Forestry Commission will issue all licences to fell.