HC Deb 26 March 1914 vol 60 c544
54. Sir JOHN SPEAR

asked the Prime Minister if he will consider the advisability of appointing a Minister of Commerce, with the object of advising as to new outlets for trade and generally to promote the interests of commerce?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

This is a question which has often been considered, but my right hon. Friend sees no reason to depart from the conclusion that has been arrived at that the functions of such a Minister are adequately discharged by the President of the Board of Trade.