53. Dr. DAVIESasked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department if he will bear in mind the importance of seeing that the cotton trade is adequately represented on the forthcoming economic mission to the Far East; and is he prepared to receive any suggestions from the trade upon this point?
§ Mr. GILLETT (Secretary, Overseas Trade Department)I have kept in the closest touch with the Joint Committee of Cotton Trade Organisations regarding the mission to the Far East, and the arrangements contemplated will ensure that the cotton trade is strongly represented.
§ Mr. GILLMay I ask whether the working people engaged in this trade will also be allowed to make representations on the matter?
§ Mr. GILLETTYes, Sir.