HC Deb 24 June 1920 vol 130 c2372
73. Captain W. BENN

asked the Lord Privy Seal whether any overseas trade credits have been granted; and, if so, from what date?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. Bridge-man)

I have been asked to reply. As stated in my answer to the hon. Member for the Barnard Castle division on the 22nd June, the amount of advances to date under the Export Credit scheme is £28,242 8s. 4d. These advances have been made since 8th September, 1919.

Captain BENN

As the Second Reading will not be taken until to-morrow, on what Parliamentary authority are these grants to be made?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

I should like notice of that question.