HC Deb 30 June 1931 vol 254 cc1036-7
10. Mr. REMER

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he is yet in, a position to report any progress in his negotiations with the cotton industry?

Mr. W. GRAHAM

Replies are now being received from the various firms in the industry to the questionnaire issued by the joint committee of cotton trade organisations in connection with the investigation referred to in the reply given to the hon. Member on 16th June.

Mr. REMER

Can the right hon. Gentleman say if he expects to be able to make a statement on this question?

Mr. GRAHAM

Yes, I have already promised that, when the Board of Trade Vote is taken in Supply.

Mr. REMER

Is the right hon. Gentleman not aware that, on the Board of Trade Vote it is impossible to refer to any question of legislation?

Mr. GRAHAM

That is perfectly true, but it will not preclude a very full statement as to the important administrative steps which have been taken.