HC Deb 24 May 1927 vol 206 cc1805-6
6. and 7. Mr. WELLOCK

asked the President of the Board of Trade (1) how many permits for the export of rifles were issued during the months of February, March, and April in 1926 and 1927, respectively; the countries to which they were sent; the quantities to each in the two periods, respectively; and what proportion, if any, were supplied by Government arsenals;

(2) how many permits were issued for the export of arms to Japan during the months of February, March, and April in 1926 and 1927, respectively; and the nature and quantities of the armaments concerned, and what proportion, if any, were supplied by Government arsenals?

Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTER

Statements are being prepared and will be circulated in the OFFICIAL REPORT as soon as they are ready.