§ 70. Mr. HOUSTONasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he invited the editors of London newspapers to meet him on Wednesday, 3rd May; and if he will state the object of the meeting and what transpired thereat?
§ The PRESIDENT of the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. Runciman)Yes, Sir; the object of the meeting was to discuss and explain certain aspects of the shipping problem.
§ Mr. HOUSTONWill the right hon. Gentleman take an early opportunity of giving some full information to Members of this House?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANYes, Sir, I shall welcome the opportunity for full discussion of the shipping problem when it arises.