§ 8. Colonel Sir C. YATEasked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department if he will give a statement showing what is the difference between the consular fees levied by British Consuls abroad and those levied by foreign Consuls in this country?
§ Sir P. LLOYD-GREAMEConsular fee tables are lengthy and elaborate documents, and in view of the cost and labour involved, I trust that my hon. and gallant Friend will not press for the preparation of a statement on the lines indicated in 905 his question. If, however, there are any particular fees in which he is interested, I will do my best to give him the information which he requires. I may say that proposals are under consideration for a substantial increase in the British consular fees generally.
§ Sir C. YATEWhen will a decision be arrived at?
§ Sir P. LLOYD-GREAMEAs rapidly as possible, but I cannot give a date.