HC Deb 10 July 1922 vol 156 c812
24. Mr. KILEY

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether the Vulcanised Fibre Committee appointed by him under Part II of the Safeguarding of Industries Act intends to resume its sittings; and, if it does, whether he can give the date?

Mr. BALDWIN

I have no information beyond that already given to the hon. Member on Monday last, 3rd July.

Mr. KILEY

Is it not in the power of the President of the Board of Trade to insist that this Committee shall either do its work or retire?

Mr. BALDWIN

I do not think the President has much power to make a complaint to expedite their inquiry.

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