HC Deb 12 May 1919 vol 115 c1337
59 and 60. Mr. GEORGE TERRELL

asked the Prime Minister (1) when the Government propose to introduce their Bill for the prevention of dumping; (2) whether he can now declare the policy of the Government for the protection of key industries; and whether legislation will be necessary to give effect to it?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I can add nothing to the previous statements on this subject at present.

Mr. TERRELL

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the restriction of imports expires on the 1st September next, and therefore it is very necessary we should have an early declaration of policy?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I quite realise the importance of this, and the last time my hon. Friend put a similar question I said the Government were doing all they could to hasten definite proposals regarding it.