§ 63. Mr. ASHLEYasked the President of the Board of Trade on what principle the Woods and Stones Licensing Committee have acted in prohibiting the importation of certain kinds of wood and permitting others to come in as before?
Mr. RUNCIMANThe Proclamation of the 15th February prohibits the importation of furniture woods, hardwoods and veneers. Woods not classified under this heading by the Customs authorities are not regarded as affected by the Proclamation.
§ Mr. ASHLEYWill the right hon. Gentleman answer my question and say on what principle they act? Why do they prohibit certain goods and allow others to come in?
Mr. RUNCIMANThe Proclamation prohibits the importation of furniture woods, hardwoods, and veneers, and woods not classified under this heading are not regarded as affected.
§ Mr. ASHLEYI will put it down again.