HC Deb 11 May 1909 vol 4 c1657
Captain CRAIG

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he would permit the national flag to be flown on the offices of the Board of Trade on forthcoming Empire Day?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY of the BOARD OF TRADE: (Mr. H. J. Tennant)

This would appear a matter in which the Board of Trade should follow rather than lead other Departments.

Captain CRAIG

Why was a flag pole erected on the building?

Mr. TENNANT

The flag pole was erected many years ago, but it was put in such a position that very few people are able to observe it.

Captain FABER

When did the President of the Board of Trade begin to follow instead of lead?