HC Deb 17 November 1930 vol 245 cc42-3
92. Major HILLS

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether his attention has been directed to the share-pushing activities of the Broad Street Press, Limited, now in liquidation; and whether he is taking any steps to protect the public against such practices?

Mr. W. R. SMITH

An investigation into the company's affairs is being conducted by the Official Receiver in Companies Liquidation and the Director of Public Prosecutions has taken proceedings against certain individuals concerned in the company's activities.