HC Deb 07 May 1931 vol 252 c561
64. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he can make a statement as to the proposal to hold an international conference for the purpose of stabilisng silver; and whether this proposal has been considered by His Majesty's Government with a view to taking the initiative in the calling of such a conference?

Mr. PETHICK-LAWRENCE

I would refer the hon. and gallant Member to the reply given to the hon. Member for Chislehurst (Mr. Smithers) on 17th February last.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Will the Secretary to the Treasury reply to the last part of my question?

Mr. PETHICK-LAWRENCE

My answer covers that, and my right hon. Friend point out that he thought the initiative rested with another Government and that he would look further into the position if action were taken.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Has the matter been considered?

Mr. PETHICK-LAWRENCE

That was considered.