§ 2. Sir THOMAS DAVIES (for Viscount SANDON)asked the President of the Board of Trade what action he proposes taking as to the submission recently made to him on the subject of the composition of the exhibitors' representation on the Cinematograph Films Advisory Committee?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERI understand that the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association has recently considered the exhibitors' representation on the Advisory Committee, and that, after consultation with their branches, the council have passed a resolution containing certain recommendations. I have not yet received this resolution; but as soon as I receive it, which I assume I shall do at an early date, I shall at once give careful consideration to any proposals contained therein.
§ Mr. DAYWill any further statement on behalf of the cinematograph exhibitors be made to the Advisory Committee and certain other branches of the trade besides the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERI cannot make any statement until I have received the report of the Exhibitors' Association.
§ Mr. DAYDo I understand the figure the right hon. Gentleman refers to is that recommended by the Advisory Committee or the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERThe position is that, under the Act, I appointed a Committee. That Committee was appointed for a fixed term. I understand representations are going to be made by the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association as to the constitution of the Committee. I have not yet received those recommendations, and therefore I cannot express any opinion upon them.
§ Mr. DAYWill the right hon. Gentleman receive recommendations from other exhibiting societies and organisations besides the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERI am always ready to receive recommendations from any person or society, but I cannot announce what action I shall take until I have had a full opportunity of considering the matter.