HC Deb 15 September 1931 vol 256 cc673-4
26. Mr. MANDER

asked the Prime Minister what action the Government propose to take with reference to the pro- posals made by the right hon Gentleman the Member for St. Ives (Mr. Runciman) for the prohibition of imports of luxuries, with a view to balancing the trade exchange?

The PRIME MINISTER

The whale subject is being considered by a Committee of the Cabinet just set up.

Mr. MANDER

May I ask whether any recommendation made by this committee will be considered provisional or revocable by Members or as binding?

The PRIME MINISTER

We had better wait and see.

Major HERBERT EVANS

Will the term "imports" in this connection include the vast volume of goods dumped into this country which cannot be produced at home in consequence of economic circumstances?

The PRIME MINISTER

The whole subject will be reviewed.

Mr. WEST

Will this include the imports of concerns of hon. Members opposite?