HC Deb 10 May 1916 vol 82 c668
100. Mr. NEEDHAM

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is satisfied that the prohibition of imports of farina, starch, dextrine, etc., can be effected without seriously crippling the cotton trade of Lancashre?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

I have received representations as to the effect which it is anticipated that the prohibition will have on the cotton industry, and am causing further inquiries to be made into the matter.