§ 21. Major M'KENZIE WOODasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that German dyes are moving freely into France, Belgium, Holland, and the United States; and that British dye-users are losing trade to foreign competitors through being compelled to import their dyes through a Government Department?
§ Sir A. GEDDESThe export of dyes from the occupied territory of Germany, in which the German dye-making works are chiefly situated, is allowed only under licence from the Inter-Allied Rhineland Commission. The importation of German dyes into France and the United States is permitted only under licence. As regards importation into this country, I would refer the hon. and gallant Member to the announcement which appeared in the Press on the 13th November as to-the steps which are being taken to safeguard the interests of consumers.