§ 28. Mr. WILESasked the President of the Board of Trade whether his attention has been called to the advance which has taken place recently in ocean freights, thus causing a large increase in the value of all commodities; and if he will consider the advisability of taking some action to prevent a further advance?
Mr. RUNCIMANThe advance to which my hon. Friend refers has occupied and continues to occupy the close attention of the Government.