HC Deb 11 March 1931 vol 249 c1187
54. Sir W. DAVISON

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether it is still the policy of His Majesty's Government to exclude from the British market goods which are produced under conditions which violate the world's standards; and what steps the Government are taking to see that this policy is made effective?

Mr. W. R. SMITH

I can add nothing to previous statements as to the policy of His Majesty's Government in this matter.

Sir W. DAVISON

Is the hon. Member aware that the Prime Minister definitely indicated the policy as stated in the question; and what is the object of having the policy if there is no way of enforcing it? How can it be enforced?

Mr. SMITH

That is the policy in the last resort, but I think it was also stated that an attempt would be made to secure an international agreement in the first instance.

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