HC Deb 18 May 1931 vol 252 c1574
11. Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether any negotiations are being opened with a view to securing a larger share of the market for iron and steel in India for British manufacturers?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the BOARD of TRADE (Mr. W. R. Smith)

No, Sir; His Majesty's Government in this country have opened no such negotiations.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

Will the hon. Gentleman make representations to the Minister with reference to the deplorable condition of the steel industry and see whether something cannot be done?

Mr. SMITH

My right hon. Friend is aware of the circumstances connected with the industry at home. He is in very close touch with it and is quite willing to do all that is possible.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

Why has he done nothing yet?