HC Deb 14 July 1925 vol 186 c1044
8. Mr. WIGGINS

asked the President of the Board of Trade the weight and value of both single and doubled cotton yarn imported into this country during the year 1924 and during the six months ending 30th June, 1925, giving the country of origin and, if possible, saying what branch of trade in this country uses this imported yarn?

Sir P. CUNLIFFE- LISTER

As the answer involves a number of figures, perhaps the hon. Member will allow me to circulate it in the OFFICIAL REPORT.

Following is the answer:

The following statement shows the quantities and values of all descriptions of cotton yarn imported into Great Britain and Northern Ireland during the periods specified, distinguishing the principal sources of supply, so far as the particulars are available.

of grey, unbleached yarns of the coarser kind up to No. 40 count.