HC Deb 01 December 1931 vol 260 c920
28. Sir H. CROFT

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he has received any report of abnormal imports of iron and steel manufactures during the last four weeks?

70. Mr. SUTCLIFFE

asked the President of the Board of Trade if be has received any recent reports that the imports into this country of foreign yarns and cotton piece goods are abnormal?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

The latest available figures of the imports of the commodities referred to are under consideration.

Sir H. CROFT

In view of the fact that the October imports exceed the September imports by 55,000 tons and that on the evidence, which appears to be accurate, there is a still further increase, does the right hon. Gentleman not realise the great urgency of this matter?

Mr. RUNCIMAN

That fact and all other facts are under consideration.

Mr. HANNON

Does the right hon. Gentleman propose to make any statement to the House on the iron and steel situation before the adjournment for the Recess?

HON. MEMBERS

Answer!

Mr. KI RKWOOD

I do not think it is fair, Mr. Speaker, pressing the Minister in this way.

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