HC Deb 17 November 1930 vol 245 cc23-4
42. Mr. HACKING

asked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department how many countries have ratified the convention relating to international exhibitions signed in Paris in November, 1928?

Mr. GILLETT

I am informed that seven countries are now ready to ratify the Convention and that the French Government are arranging for ratification to take effect at an early date.

Mr. HACKING

Can the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department say how many countries must ratify the Convention?

Mr. GILLETT

Seven.