HC Deb 17 September 1914 vol 66 cc970-1
3. Mr. JOYNSON-HICKS

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he has yet come to any decision as to the appointment of a receiver and manager of certain companies whose shareholders and directors are mainly German, and who hold contracts with the British Government?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. Robertson)

The powers of the Board of Trade in this matter are set out in the Trading with the Enemy Act just passed. The necessary steps are being taken by the Board of Trade to put the Act into operation.